At the National Level, Republicans won the Presidency and both the House & Senate by slim margins…We know that we have a safe Administration, but they will have a lot of house cleaning to do. Legislatively, although held by mostly 2A Representatives and Senators, there are enough in both Houses of Congress that will have to be reinforced, educated, and worked with to become stronger supporters to ensure that a small group of weak-kneed legislators don’t cave in to the dark side in the heat of battle.
In the Hoosier State, we elected a GREAT new Governor, who is a dedicated outdoorsman, conservationist, sportsman, and hunting enthusiast. He raises incredible hunting Beagles and shares his passion for Dove, Rabbit, and mushroom hunting with his many Hoosier Friends. We also elected strong supermajorities that have proven their dedication to the Second Amendment and deliver time and time again.
With the support that we have at the State & local level, maybe it is time to take a break and celebrate. NOT A CHANCE!!! We have won crucial battles, however, “the dark side” has already repositioned its troops for the next battle in the war to preserve our liberties and rich heritage.
At the national level, our Civil Rights are under siege. The attack is multi-dimensional through the use of lawfare, persecution, and political strong-arming. We are now beginning to see those insidious efforts seep into our State and local battlefields. In Indiana, we are seeing a well-funded effort, utilizing a big, politically influential law firm focused upon shutting down our shooting ranges. They are leveraging a loophole in our State Preemption law by utilizing local zoning ordinances and enforcement as a mechanism to attack shooting ranges and facilities lawfully engaged in the business of firearms. For instance, the Floyd County Board of Zoning Appeals, along with a hostile County Commissioner, are trying to force the Sporting Club at the Farm and owner, Bobby Brooks, out of business. This is part of their first wave of attacks that ISRPA will have to defend and respond through grassroots and legislative efforts. But this is just the beginning.
This year has demonstrated clear evidence of why it is imperative to engage and grow the ISRPA. The war waged against our Rights has moved to the State level, calling for an increased need for grass-roots representation to support and promote our Second Amendment liberties…even with a super majority Republican Legislature. Based upon NRA 2.0, and renewed efforts to refocus on clubs & associations, ISRPA will also have to step up to the plate and fortify the National efforts as there will be a focus upon getting back to the basics and building up our Second Amendment defenses from the ground up.
JOIN THE FIGHT…JOIN ISRPA AND NRA 2.0!!!