This video features David Kopel discussing Mexico's lawsuit against U.S. gun manufacturers, arguing that Mexico, having restricted its citizens' right to arms, is now attempting to do the same to Americans through the U.S. Supreme Court. The discussion centers on the legal and political implications of this case, Smith & Wesson v. Estados Unidos Mexicanos, and the broader context of Second Amendment rights.
This video discusses Colorado's new legislation, signed by Governor Jared Polis, which will ban the manufacture and severely restrict the possession of many semiautomatic firearms, including most semiautomatic rifles and pistols with detachable magazines. The law takes full effect in August 2026. The content features an interview with Dr. David Kopel, an attorney and gun rights advocate, alongside Jordan Egli and Phillip Harding from Burris Optics and Steiner, both Colorado-based companies affected by these restrictions. The discussion highlights the impact on businesses like Burris, which has a long history in the state.
This video features David Kopel discussing the truth about defensive firearm use, contrasting it with the views of anti-gun advocates. Presented in the "Shooting Straight" interview series by America's 1st Freedom editor Frank Miniter, the discussion aims to shed light on an often-suppressed aspect of self-defense. The video also promotes the NRA and its publications.
This video discusses the historical and theoretical basis for the Second Amendment as a safeguard against government tyranny. It addresses the common question of how a small armed populace could resist a powerful, tyrannical government. The content references historical examples like Afghanistan, Iraq, and Vietnam, where conventional military superiority did not guarantee easy subjugation of determined, lightly armed adversaries. It also quotes Justice Antonin Scalia's remarks from the Heller decision and highlights the historical understanding of disarmament as a precursor to tyranny, emphasizing the enduring relevance of an armed citizenry for resisting oppression. The video aims to debunk the myth that armed resistance against a tyrant is purely a fantasy.
This video from Gun Talk Radio, recorded live at the Gun Rights Policy Conference (GRPC) on September 22, 2019, features discussions on the diversity of gun rights advocates, upcoming Second Amendment cases before the Supreme Court, and the current state of the NRA. Guests include Alan Gottlieb of the Second Amendment Foundation and David Kopel of the Independence Institute. The program covers a range of gun-related topics, from new products to political issues, and is broadcast nationally.
This video features David Kopel, Research Director of The Independence Institute, testifying against Kagan. While the specific subject of the testimony is not detailed in the provided information, Kopel's role suggests a focus on legal or policy matters related to his organization's work, which often involves research and advocacy. The provided links offer further insight into Kopel's research and the Independence Institute's mission.
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