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| NRA's millions are paying politicians to prevent gun safety measures |
We understand the need for guns and everyone has the right to own one. However, the U.S. just needs better vetting. Eliminating automatic weapons from getting in the hands of the general public would also be a good thing. If you care about our police, yourselves, children or anyone, work to keep these automatic weapons out of anyone's hands (other than the military).
NO-ACTION AFTER VEGAS
After the Las Vegas mass shooting of 529 people, 29 of whom were murdered, the anger of "bump stocks" seemed to suddenly disappear. Since then, there have been 2 more mass shootings from white men... and again, no action.
Here are a couple of graphics showing how much certain politicians received from the NRA, courtesy of the New York Times as of Oct. 4, 2017.
THE FACTS:
The NRA spent nearly half a billion in 2016. Last year,
the NRA, which is registered as a nonprofit, spent nearly $140 million on
legislative programs and public affairs, an increase of about $75 million
overall from 2015. These categories are not itemized further in the financial
report, but they likely encompass the lobbying efforts and campaign
contributions that have become a cornerstone of the NRA’s political power.
NRA INVESTED IN DONALD TRUMP AND THE GOP :
This $140 million figure includes a $30 million investment in Donald Trump’s presidential campaign as well as at least $20 million more to help GOP Senate candidates ― though recent reports suggest spending on congressional races may have been significantly higher.
NRA INVESTED IN DONALD TRUMP AND THE GOP :
This $140 million figure includes a $30 million investment in Donald Trump’s presidential campaign as well as at least $20 million more to help GOP Senate candidates ― though recent reports suggest spending on congressional races may have been significantly higher.
