The Untold History of the NRA

avvidclif said:

Could it be the NRA supported positions were a compromise position to avoid a much more draconian law? Could some/all of their actions be the same?

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kenboyles72 said:

Here's a bit of a history behind the NRA, it's not very pretty. I use to believe the NRA was on our side, not any more and this just supports my dislike of that organization.

https://www.thetruthaboutguns.com/the-untold-history-of-the-nra-part-1/

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TheDan said:

Yes, I think it's very likely well intentioned compromises. The result of those compromises is a slow ratcheting of infringement that makes the loss of freedom seem "reasonable".

The authors of the 2A knew you can't compromise with those that want to disarm you.

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pronstar said:

I think “confessions” is far more accurate.

We’ve seldom been given anything of value in these “compromise”deals.


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TheMailMan said:

I think you mean concessions.

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Low_Speed said:

The rest of your comment as much meaning as a cow fart.


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TheDan said:

Yes, I think it's very likely well intentioned compromises. The result of those compromises is a slow ratcheting of infringement that makes the loss of freedom seem "reasonable".

The authors of the 2A knew you can't compromise with those that want to disarm you.

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F350-6 said:

The simple fact, no matter how pathetic things currently are, the NRA is still the elephant in the room that the Dems fear the most.

That by itself is worth something. My small money isn't enough to make a difference, so I give mine to other organizations. I've told the NRA I'll upgrade my membership when Wayne is gone, but they're still the big dog in the room in media and political perception.

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Nagorg said:

These type of anti-NRA posts leave me conflicted. I find it hard to believe that the NRA actually works against us for their own financial gain. I sure don't want to believe it and really suspect this stuff is the work of the leftist's trying to undermine grassroot support structures.

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Nagorg said:

Tom King is in NY and this is a NY Senator's post that is not a friend of the NRA FWIW... One board member doesn't speak for the entire board.

Did you read this comment about the NRA fundraiser protest?

"On Thursday night, Kaplan and Lavine gathered with other elected officials and as many as 100 people to protest what organizers said was a fundraiser for the National Rifle Association at the Inn at New Hyde Park.


“The NRA doesn’t support any of the safeties that will allow people to not live in fear,” said Sharon Golden, whose organization, Together We Will-Long Island, sponsored the demonstration at the Inn’s Jericho Turnpike locale.

Other groups participating in the 6:15 p.m. protest included Moms Demand Action, Long Island Activists and Long Islanders for Gun Safety"


And some more info about these NY politicians and the NRA...

https://theislandnow.com/opinions-100/editorial-aiming-in-right-direction-on-gun-safety-laws/

I maintain that the NRA remains the most visible Pro-Gun rights organization. Withholding support from them seems like a death sentence for the Second Amendment.

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Nagorg said:

Tom King is in NY and this is a NY Senator's post that is not a friend of the NRA FWIW... One board member doesn't speak for the entire board.

Did you read this comment about the NRA fundraiser protest?

"On Thursday night, Kaplan and Lavine gathered with other elected officials and as many as 100 people to protest what organizers said was a fundraiser for the National Rifle Association at the Inn at New Hyde Park.


“The NRA doesn’t support any of the safeties that will allow people to not live in fear,” said Sharon Golden, whose organization, Together We Will-Long Island, sponsored the demonstration at the Inn’s Jericho Turnpike locale.

Other groups participating in the 6:15 p.m. protest included Moms Demand Action, Long Island Activists and Long Islanders for Gun Safety"


And some more info about these NY politicians and the NRA...

https://theislandnow.com/opinions-100/editorial-aiming-in-right-direction-on-gun-safety-laws/

I maintain that the NRA remains the most visible Pro-Gun rights organization. Withholding support from them seems like a death sentence for the Second Amendment.

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Nagorg said:

Pretty sure that Tom King has refuted those comments...

https://www.ammoland.com/2019/10/comments-by-nra-board-member-tom-king-regarding-80-lowers/

And a 12 year old video from a deceased Texas Ranger??? Comeon @Hoji Are you an Anti-2A troll?

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