NRA Convention (Houston)
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Keystone19250
SAINT
Great picture of the Springfield Armory booth thanks for sharing.
I can’t/won’t speak for anyone else but for me the NRA has lost a lot of credibility with the gun community because of the lack of accountability and misuse of money by WL I won’t have anything to do with them.
USMC1911
Master Class
I truly understand how you feel. The last 3-4 years I have not been donating money like I use to. I enjoy the Convention cause I get to eye ball all the firearms that the different Manufactures put out. I also enjoy meeting people that have the same passion I have for 2nd Amendment. My wife enjoys the different locations the convention is held in. I belong to a Sportsman Club in New York and you have to be a NRA member to be a member of the club. In a anti-Gun State all you have is the NRA.
N
nmedge
Guest
Because of all the BS with them I dropped them a few years back. Have not looked back
USMC1911
Master Class
He’s didn’t seem very friendly to me also. He always has that sour look on his face. I almost thought they was going to get rid of him when Oliver North was there. That’s when I realized how powerful he was in the organization when they got rid of North
Pitdogg2
Professional
With the huge anti-gun bill and new restrictions coming forth in Illinois, the NRA is MIA. I've not received one email about how they are fighting for us! ZILCH! A number of years ago I would have received multiple form letter emails to send to my representative or senator, this time around it's like we have been abandoned!
Old_Me
SAINT
had i known about all the NRA problems before hand, i'd have not joined up for 5 years like i did....however, the club i belong to "demands" that all club members be an NRA member, i think they get a discount on insurance i was told..???...(so i;m stuck twixt a rock and hard place on membership to the NRA)
also, i cannot get to any convention(s), either they be for automotive, or trucking, or gun
Old_Me
SAINT
that angers me, as when many other states (eventually) get told by the courts, what they are doing is against the constitution and they MUST stop, they will try and follow NY's lead on all that they do.
Like all lobbyist Uncle Wayno wants your money to be used for his lifestyle and no longer remembers his purpose. Forgot, when there is an issue of some sort and the anti gunners want to legislate against everything from water pistols to tanks he (or an underling) will put out a hollow statement then take a trip. As with most groups who are going to help YOU they start with great intentions and then start to consume YOU. They really aren't the last line of defense that would be the ballot box. Obviously just my opinion and for those that are happy with the organization I take no issue with you and your support.
wolfpack076
Professional
I renewed my membership in their Line of Duty program for first responders. The offer they said includes a range duffel bag as a token for a renewal. Needless to say nothing like advertised. The bag is so cheaply made it's an embarrassment in my opinion to even send out such garbage. I really think a box or two of ammo would literally fall right through it. I know it's free but I seriously think two plastic bags from the local grocery store will hold up better.
Annihilator
Emissary
Feel the same, I actually canceled my membership after almost 25 years until something is done
Annihilator
Emissary
I support the Buckeye Firearms Organization, I know it’s just for Ohio, but it’s better then nothing I guess
Pitdogg2
Professional
Will not happen he stacked the board with a bunch of sycophants. Probably using our money to give them money under the table as well.
Seems to me the whole thing is corrupt now. I'm surprised that Ted Nugent who is so outspoken seems to also be in lock step with all of them.
Bassbob
Emissary
Ted Nugent stepped down almost 2 years ago.
Bassbob
Emissary
I should also mention that while you may not always hear from the NRA, every major firearms lawsuit is backed by the NRA. With political pressure and legal counsel and funding.
If any of you believe the GOA or any of these other groups that have stepped up have the clout or cash to pressure any anti-gun politician or one on the fence you are living in a fantasy.
If any of you believe the GOA or any of these other groups that have stepped up have the clout or cash to pressure any anti-gun politician or one on the fence you are living in a fantasy.
Pitdogg2
Professional
Thank you I was unaware.
Pitdogg2
Professional
While I agree with you the optics of WLP is glaring. Most corporations would have ousted (resignation or retired) a corporate officer of his caliber to reserve the confidence of the people they serve.