Posted on 01/05/2024 11:07:24 AM PST by HonkyTonkMan
Longtime National Rifle Association chief Wayne LaPierre announced his resignation Friday, Fox News Digital has learned.
"With pride in all that we have accomplished, I am announcing my resignation from the NRA," LaPierre said in the NRA's press release, which was exclusively obtained by Fox News Digital. "I’ve been a card-carrying member of this organization for most of my adult life, and I will never stop supporting the NRA and its fight to defend Second Amendment freedom. My passion for our cause burns as deeply as ever."
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They must have cut his clothing allowance.
I give him credit for making conceal carry permits far more available in many states, but he did get used to a lavish lifestyle on members dues.
good news.
I’ll be happy to donate again now that he’s out.
Life Member here saying that.
About 20 years too late.
Term limits is not just a good idea for government officials.
This was like pulling teeth to get him out. It shows how the institution became sclerotic and worked contrary to its mandate. He will next pop up with an article in The National Review and then be gone forever.
Lapierre TOOK credit for making conceal carry permits more available, but it was others who did the heavy lifting.
I’m wanting to know how big is his golden parachute?
As a life long member of the NRA, I’m glad he finally resigned.
As a long time member, Its sad to see a potent lobbyist like LaPierre turning the NRA into a dumpster fire. This move might just loosen some of the money in my pocket.
The NRA has succumbed to Pournelle’s Iron Law of Bureaucracy.
Official Lifetime Membership to NRA Wine Club
Finally!
Now put Ted Nugent in charge.
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The lovely Ms. Letitia James has him in her crosshairs. I wish him well.
No idea, but keeping up with the United Way perks was tough.
wonder who will be next...
We will wait and see who is up.................
“I’ve been a card-carrying member of this organization for most of my adult life”
Ha reminds me of that Charlie Daniels song:
“I’m a faithful follower of Brother John Birch
And I belong to the Antioch Baptist Church.
And I ain’t even got a garage, you can call home and ask my wife!”
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