Then, by extension, a “single-issue” platform like the NRA’s would be similarly stupid. The NRA cannot endorse a Democrat because of what they might do on other issues, so that would negate the single-issue platform and concept.
But, the NRA IS a single-issue organization. Hedging their endorsements on other issues is simply foolish. The endorsement of the NRA should mean SOMETHING, other than a de-facto RNC stamp of approval.
But, the NRA IS a single-issue organization. Hedging their endorsements on other issues is simply foolish. The endorsement of the NRA should mean SOMETHING, other than a de-facto RNC stamp of approval."
You're mistaken if you think the NRA only lobbies on gun legislation. They lobbied very prominently against McCain/Feingold, and rightfully so, but that blows your point out of the water. Also, withholding endorsements of Democrats does not make them a rubber stamp for the Republican party, since they can withhold those endorsements as well. Endorsing Democrats who are good on guns only strengthens the Democratic Party since those candidates can and do support their party on most other things, such as ObamaCare. A national organization has to have a wider strategy than just thinking about a single candidate.