Posted on 01/07/2016 7:29:00 PM PST by jazusamo
Video: Obama: I'm happy to talk to the NRA about guns
President Obama acknowledged Thursday night that even he has pushed for gun control, firearm sales have increased in the U.S.
"I think it's useful to keep in mind I've been now president for over seven years and gun sales don't seem to have suffered during that time," Obama said at a CNN town hall on guns.
"If anything, actually -" host Anderson Cooper interjected.
"They've gone up," Obama finished. "I've been very good for gun manufacturers."
Obama's remarks came when he was asked by Cooper about past remarks on gun owners, including his statement that some "bitter Americans" cling to their guns.
Obama went on during the town hall to argue that he respects people who want guns for self-protection, hunting and sportsmanship.
"But all of us can agree that it makes sense to do everything we can to keep guns out of the hands of people who would try to do others harm or to do themselves harm," he said.
Gun sales soared earlier this week after Obama announced he would take executive action to expand background checks on gun sales in an effort to curb gun violence.
Obama said Thursday that his remarks were not the only thing that helped spur gun sales, saying that "every time there's a mass shooting, gun sales spike."
"Part of the reason is that the NRA has convinced many of its members that somebody is going to come get your guns," Obama said.
It's not the NRA bambam, it's gun owners across the the country and that "somebody" is you.
He has been good for gun sales.
No one believes he has any respect for the 2nd Amendment or the rest of the Constitution.
If his lips move, he’s lying.
Like he banned private health care...
This is like raping your neighbors 10 year old daughter and telling her father you were very good for her education.
Yep, he’s taking credit for the huge increase in gun sales and he’s right but then turns around and says he’s not trying to take them away. He’s a delusional liar.
Exactly!
No, the NRA didn't put a face to that "somebody", 0bama did, and that face is his. To be honest I haven't a great deal of respect for the fellow's overhyped intelligence, but he has to be smart enough to realize that those firearms sales were an emphatic repudiation of his attitude and his actions. Call it a legacy, sit on it, and spin.
Obama poops his pants!
Oops that is my son poops his pants, Obama looks like the poop!
Gun sales have gone up because Obama has increased terrorism in the country and invoked fear that people may not be able to buy guns in the future.
The front page of the newspaper today (northern NJ) had a big black and white drawing of a handgun, and below it in big red letters was: “Obama is our best salesman”! LOL! Comment from gun stores and salesmen,of course.
But I DO wish it was easier to get a gun permit in this state!
Yeah he’s been good for gun manufacturers but not because he wanted to be, unlike his being good for murderous muslim rapists intentionally.
I have to agree with Obama. I have purchased six guns since he was elected. Five handguns and a rifle.
Going to the gun show on Saturday and expect to MAYBE pick up another as well. Certainly going to the range on later in the day to pop off a few rounds.
Trump is pushing for national reciprocity for CCL holders, just like a drivers license. Cruz and the other Republicans should call for the same thing. Get your CCL out of state and carry with reciprocity!
Constitutional carry and shall issue for all!
Obama and Cooper. Two queers talking about guns. This nation has gone over the abyss.
Depends on just who is going to get harmed though, doesn't it Barry?
NJ, NY, MA, CA, CT and IL have infringed so far on the 2nd Amendment I consider them communist states.
When you can you should consider moving south into free America. No permit required here in Virginia.
OMG! I figured if this guy ever told the truth, lightning would zap him or something.
He’s been good for ISIS also.
He’s been good for the mortuary business in Chicago.
He’s been good for countries that accept wealthy ex-pat Americans.
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