Is the Official NRA Target Teaching Police Officers to Shoot Human Shapes Without a Weapon?

Published on August 16, 2017
Duration: 5:00

This video critiques the NRA's official qualification targets, arguing they train law enforcement officers to shoot at 'black shapes without a gun.' Retired Navy SEAL Sniper Instructor Chris Sajnog asserts this flawed training contributes to the tragic shootings of unarmed civilians. He urges viewers to contact the NRA and representatives to advocate for improved, more realistic law enforcement firearms training.

Quick Summary

Retired Navy SEAL Sniper Instructor Chris Sajnog criticizes NRA training targets, arguing they are 'black shapes without a gun.' He claims this unrealistic training leads law enforcement officers to shoot unarmed civilians under stress. Sajnog urges public action to reform police firearms training.

Chapters

  1. 00:00Introduction: BS Flag on NRA Training
  2. 00:11The Problem: Police Shooting Unarmed Civilians
  3. 00:59The Cause: Bad Shooting & Unrealistic Targets
  4. 01:15How Officers are Trained: 50 Bullets & Black Shapes
  5. 01:34It's the Training, Not the Officer or Racism
  6. 01:40Call to Action: Contact Your Representatives
  7. 01:56Proof: Google 'NRA Qualification Target'
  8. 02:11Personal Experience: SEAL Sniper Instructor Refusal
  9. 02:31DHS Whistleblower Experience: Coast Guard Training
  10. 03:57Motivation: Improving Police Training & Saving Lives
  11. 04:11Final Plea: Help Stop This BS

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the main criticism of NRA training targets for law enforcement?

The primary criticism is that NRA qualification targets are described as 'black shapes without a gun.' This is argued to train officers to shoot at inanimate, unrealistic targets, potentially contributing to tragic incidents where unarmed civilians are shot.

Why does Chris Sajnog believe police officers shoot unarmed civilians?

Chris Sajnog, a retired Navy SEAL Sniper Instructor, believes the reason is flawed training. He states that officers are trained under stress to shoot at 'black shapes without a gun,' and this is what they will do when faced with a similar stimulus in a high-stress situation.

What specific training limitations does Sajnog highlight for law enforcement?

Sajnog points out that law enforcement officers in the U.S. reportedly receive only 50 bullets per year for pistol qualification. This limited ammunition and the use of unrealistic targets are seen as major deficiencies in their training.

What action does Chris Sajnog want viewers to take regarding police training?

Sajnog urges viewers to contact the NRA, their local police departments, and state and federal representatives. The goal is to demand an end to training law enforcement agents to shoot at black shapes without guns and to advocate for improved, more realistic firearms training.

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