GUN CONTROL

THE NRA

NRA HISTORY

• Founded in 1871
• Historically supported by Republicans
• Gives people money to support candidates like John McCain
• Mission: protect the right to keep and bear arms
• Also promote shooting sports, marksmanship and safety training

POLITICAL INFLUENCE

• Very vocal lobbying group
• Pittsburg passed a gun ordinance
• NRA sued and the case went to the House
• Majority voted in favor of NRA
• NRA typically influences policy through lobbying and rallies

POLITICAL INFLUENCE

• Support two main political goals:
• Reducing gun laws
• Increasing gun safety awareness
• Gives money to candidates that support these goals
• Gave $2,500 to David Kanuth, a strong advocate for the right to bear arms

NRA'S EFFECTIVENESS

JOHN MCCAIN

• Received over $500,000 from NRA and like organizations from 1989-2012
• Voting history includes support of loosening license and background checks
• Also supported that weapons in checked bags should be allowed on Amtrak trains

RON PAUL

• Received almost $100,000 from NRA since 1989
• Released a response on Christmas Day condemning further gun legislation
• Claimed protection of civil freedom and minimal government intervention

TED NUGENT

• Received $40,000 from NRA in 2008
• Well known for being a loud and aggressive supporter of gun rights
• Serving on NRA Board of Directors since 1995
• Not shy about sharing his political beliefs on stage

THE BRADY BUNCH

BRADY BUNCH HISTORY

• Founded in 1974
• Historically backed by Democrats
• Mission: to enact and enforce sensible gun laws

POLITICAL INFLUENCE

• Give money to politicians to help influence gun laws
• Governor Quinn was endorsed by Brady Campaign
• He said his opponent wanted everyone to have an assault weapon
• Brady influences through rallies, campaigns, and lobbying
• Also support candidates that support gun laws

EFFECTIVENESS

EFFECTIVENESS

• Brady lacks public donors and keeps to themselves
• They are in debt by $726