No, they are quite bi-partisan in their lobbying. That’s the dirty little secret of congress, there are numerous “gun-rights” supporters amongst the democrats. The NRA spent 20 million lobbying congress, the gun control people spent about 4 thousand. Add to that an election around the corner for many in congress and the firearms issue once more becomes an issue for the democrats from strong gun ownership states. Lots and lots of democrats, starting with Harry Reid, are big supporters of gun ownership and the NRA.
Maybe if the NRA actually defended “hunting rifles”, instead of semi-automatic pistols, military grade rifles, and armor piercing ammunition, they would have a more valid “argument”?
Seventh posting on this topic, sorry, but I’ve seen the info no place else before I did web searches to confirm. Please forgive me, but if the info is correct, It’s important.Having used Fox News as a reference recently, I feel less guilty than usual for suggesting readers go to Dailyshow.com and watch the first 15 minutes of Wednesday night’s show.Mr. Stewart’s comedy was forced as he presented a compelling story about the NRA and the ATF. I spent an hour after watching the show and was able to confirm most of it from objective sources. I am angry that I have to hear this information from a comedy show when its importance on the debate raging in Congress is so immediate.I have always tried to use objective sources when making my points and ask that you be patient with me this one time. I would not waste your time if I didn’t find this info so compelling.I will copy and paste this msg where the cartoon is appropriate. I’m going to play with my grand baby tomorrow and have to pack.Respectfully,C.
Odon Premium Member over 11 years ago
The NRA just rents out their gonads.
Mickey 13 over 11 years ago
“Just the Republican ones I suppose, masters.”
No, they are quite bi-partisan in their lobbying. That’s the dirty little secret of congress, there are numerous “gun-rights” supporters amongst the democrats. The NRA spent 20 million lobbying congress, the gun control people spent about 4 thousand. Add to that an election around the corner for many in congress and the firearms issue once more becomes an issue for the democrats from strong gun ownership states. Lots and lots of democrats, starting with Harry Reid, are big supporters of gun ownership and the NRA.
Mickey 13 over 11 years ago
A momentous event to be sure. Quit while you’re ahead…
Dtroutma over 11 years ago
Maybe if the NRA actually defended “hunting rifles”, instead of semi-automatic pistols, military grade rifles, and armor piercing ammunition, they would have a more valid “argument”?
Rickapolis over 11 years ago
Angry white men – you are going the way of the dodo. Which is very appropriate.The NRA is so embarrassing to the USA. A shame we must let them exist.
chazandru over 11 years ago
Seventh posting on this topic, sorry, but I’ve seen the info no place else before I did web searches to confirm. Please forgive me, but if the info is correct, It’s important.Having used Fox News as a reference recently, I feel less guilty than usual for suggesting readers go to Dailyshow.com and watch the first 15 minutes of Wednesday night’s show.Mr. Stewart’s comedy was forced as he presented a compelling story about the NRA and the ATF. I spent an hour after watching the show and was able to confirm most of it from objective sources. I am angry that I have to hear this information from a comedy show when its importance on the debate raging in Congress is so immediate.I have always tried to use objective sources when making my points and ask that you be patient with me this one time. I would not waste your time if I didn’t find this info so compelling.I will copy and paste this msg where the cartoon is appropriate. I’m going to play with my grand baby tomorrow and have to pack.Respectfully,C.
NASA Monkey about 3 years ago
The irony.