Episode 149. GOALS, Guns, and the NRA's Future

Show Notes   Episode 149. GOALS, Guns, and the NRA's Future In this episode of the Forge of Freedom podcast, host Alex Ooley is joined by John Richardson to discuss the conclusion of the bench trial in the case against the NRA by the New York Attorney General. They also talk about John's experience at the First Annual Goals Conference in Knoxville, Tennessee. The conference featured range days, vendor exhibits, and educational panels. The judge in the NRA case did not order a court-appointed monitor but issued an interim decision with six action items for the NRA to address. The NRA and the New York Attorney General are currently negotiating a resolution. The conversation discusses the ongoing legal battle between the New York Attorney General and the National Rifle Association (NRA). The court-appointed compliance monitor is overseeing the NRA's compliance with the judge's expectations. There is concern that without a monitor, the NRA may not make the necessary changes. The conversation also touches on the resistance to change within the NRA and the need for reform. John Richardson announces his campaign for the NRA Board of Directors and emphasizes the importance of electing reform candidates to turn the organization around. Chapters 00:00 Introduction and Overview 01:15 The First Annual Goals Conference 05:14 GOA: Filling the Void Left by the NRA Annual Meeting 20:07 The Status of the NRA Case 27:37 The Mixed Outcome of the NRA Trial 28:59 Concerns About the Future of the NRA 30:20 Resistance from the Old Guard 39:19 The Case as a Favor to the NRA 42:04 John Richardson's Campaign for Reform Resources Running For NRA Board Of Directors (Updated) https://onlygunsandmoney.com/2024/08/21/running-for-nra-board-of-directors.html https://onlygunsandmoney.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/08/John-Richardson-NRA-Petition-Form-Landscape-2024-2025-5.pdf Episode 144. The NRA’s Fall from Grace: Corruption, Trial, and Declining Influence – The Forge of Freedom https://forgeoffreedom.com/2024/07/17/episode-144-the-nras-fall-from-grace-corruption-trial-and-declining-influence/ Forge Of Freedom Podcast With Alex Ooley - https://onlygunsandmoney.com/2024/07/17/forge-of-freedom-podcast-with-alex-ooley.html A Church-Focused Study of the Active Shooter Problem & How to Minimize Victims (with Ed Monk) – The Forge of Freedom https://forgeoffreedom.com/2024/06/15/activeshooter/ Episode 134. Active Shooter Response with Ed Monk – The Forge of Freedom https://forgeoffreedom.com/2024/06/11/episode-134-active-shooter-response-with-ed-monk/ Homepage - G.O.A.L.S. https://goals.gunowners.org/ New York Trial Ends With A Whimper And Not A Bang - https://onlygunsandmoney.com/2024/07/30/new-york-trial-ends-with-a-whimper-and-not-a-bang.html NY Court Rules No Monitor For NRA – NRA in Danger https://nraindanger.wordpress.com/2024/07/29/ny-court-rules-no-monitor-for-nra/ John Richardson re Conclusion of NRA Trial https://onlygunsandmoney.com/2024/08/16/ny-court-update-and-some-suggestions.html https://onlygunsandmoney.com/2024/08/11/going-deeper-into-judge-cohens-interim-decision-part-1.html https://onlygunsandmoney.com/2024/08/11/going-deeper-into-judge-cohens-interim-decision-part-2.html Judge Cohen’s Order in NRA Trial https://iapps.courts.state.ny.us/nyscef/ViewDocument?docIndex=mcDclfEX7/18bi9x_PLUS_AweGw== The Conversation https://theconversation.com/nra-legal-judgment-bans-lapierre-but-could-signal-the-end-of-gun-groups-fight-with-new-york-authorities-235815 DISCLAIMER:  This podcast is for informational purposes only and should not be considered legal, medical, or financial advice. The views expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the views of any organizations or individuals they may mention. The hosts and guests are not liable for any damages that may result from someone listening to this podcast.