Eye on the Target - TARGETHING - Talking Guns

The second hour of the broadcast, hosted by Amanda Suffolk with co-host Rob Campbell, focused primarily on two main topics:  Supreme Court Second Amendment Cases and Upcoming NRA Annual Meetings.   🏛️ Supreme Court Second Amendment Cases   The Supreme Court has agreed to hear two Second Amendment cases and is considering picking up a third from a larger "pile" of cases. Case 1: Sensitive Places (W...

This audio segment of Eye on the Target Radio focuses on the need for vigilance in defending Second Amendment rights , detailing two ongoing issues: a local zoning fight in Ohio and a state-level lawsuit in New Jersey, plus a story illustrating the necessity of self-protection. The main points covered are: Local Zoning Battle in Ohio: The hosts, Rob and Amanda, discovered a new set of zoning regul...

Themes: Self-defense rights • Gun control laws • Public safety • Supreme Court cases 🔹 Self-Defense on Public Transit The show opens with a discussion about violent attacks on public transportation , referencing a Ukrainian woman killed on a bus and a recent stabbing of a pregnant couple in St. Louis . Debate centers on whether citizens should be allowed to carry firearms on buses and trains for...

Topics: Remembering Shirley Wattrell • NRA restructuring • Trends in gun culture and policy • Firearms safety advocacy 🔹 Tribute to Shirley Wattrell The show opened with the hosts mourning Shirley Wattrell , a domestic-violence survivor who became a firearms instructor and author of Heels to Holster . Her life story was being adapted into a film produced by Dean Cain, scheduled for release in 202...

Amanda Suffecool and Rob Campbell discuss straw purchases, highlighting cases where individuals buy firearms for prohibited persons, leading to severe penalties like 12 to 25 years in prison for a Philadelphia man who acquired 14 guns between 2018 and 2023.  Suffecool emphasizes gun shops' role in identifying such transactions, underscoring risks in Second Amendment advocacy amid bulk purchases fo...

Amanda Suffecool and Rob Campbell recount Suffecool's participation in the Women's Wilderness Escape at the Whittington Center in Raton, New Mexico, where 40 women from across the country gathered for firearms education and outdoor activities.  Suffecool describes shooting bows, rifles, pistols, and shotguns, alongside wildlife sightings like elk and partridges, emphasizing historical archery tech...

Amanda Suffecool and Rob Campbell explore Second Amendment infringements, focusing on a New Hampshire teenager's lawsuit against school officials for searching his car without permission after overhearing he owns a firearm.  The over-18 student denied consent, as did his parents via speakerphone, yet administrators proceeded, finding no gun and violating Fourth Amendment rights amid gun-free zone...

Amanda Suffecool and Rob Campbell broadcast from Salt Lake City at the Gun Rights Policy Conference, joined by John Richardson, blogger at Only Guns and Money and NRA board member, and Charlie Cook of Riding Shotgun with Charlie .  The event drew over 500 Second Amendment advocates, including prominent lawyers, bloggers, and state representatives from Arizona, Florida, Kansas, Colorado, and South...

Amanda Suffecool and Rob Campbell continue their joint episode with Michael Sodini of Mike on the Mic, engaging in roundtable discussions on Second Amendment history and self-defense strategies.  Suffecool recounts informal conversations at events like the Rod of Iron Festival, featuring figures such as Alan Gottlieb and Sebastian Gorka, highlighting collaborative insights into gun rights advocacy...

Amanda Suffecool and Rob Campbell host a joint episode with Michael Sodini of Carry Trainer, exploring everyday carry items for self-defense and Second Amendment advocacy.  Suffecool shares her minimal carry, including a TDI Lady Finger knife, while explaining clothing constraints for concealed firearms.  Campbell details his setup with a Sig P365, Emerson wave knife, and multi-tool, emphasizing v...

Amanda Suffecool and Rob Campbell discuss the upcoming deadline for NRA Board of Directors nomination petitions, set for October 7, emphasizing the need for candidates with strong business acumen to guide the organization's $300 million operations.  Suffecool outlines voting eligibility, requiring lifetime membership or five continuous annual years, urging members to engage in the February balloti...

Amanda Suffecool and Rob Campbell discuss the Supreme Court's decision to hear Wolford v. Lopez, a pivotal Second Amendment challenge originating from Hawaii.  Attorneys Alan Beck and Kevin O'Grady represent plaintiffs alongside the Hawaii Firearms Coalition, targeting the state's "Vampire Rule," which mandates express permission from property owners for concealed carry in private venues open to t...

Amanda Suffecool and Rob Campbell, joined by John Richardson and Charlie Cook, continue discussions from the Gun Rights Policy Conference in Salt Lake City.  They highlight a fireside chat featuring Montana Attorney General Austin Knudsen, Arizona House Speaker Steve Montenegro, and Utah House Rep Karianne Lisonbee.  Knudsen's leadership in rallying conservative attorneys general for pro-Second Am...

Amanda Suffecool and Rob Campbell broadcast from Salt Lake City at the Gun Rights Policy Conference.  They are joined by John Richardson, blogger at Only Guns and Money and NRA board member, and Charlie Cook of Riding Shotgun with Charlie.  The event drew over 500 Second Amendment advocates, including prominent lawyers, bloggers, and state representatives from Arizona, Florida, Kansas, Colorado, a...

Amanda Suffecool and Rob Campbell discuss boundaries of freedom under the Second Amendment, using fireworks as an analogy for balancing personal liberty with public safety in firearms use.  They emphasize intelligent risk assessment, noting that excessive restrictions could stifle innovation while allowing dangerous behaviors to self-correct. The hosts examine Massachusetts' new gun laws, requirin...

Amanda Suffecool and Rob Campbell examine recent developments in gun rights advocacy and legal challenges.  Suffecool highlights Kash Patel's Senate testimony, where he acknowledged potential effectiveness of assault weapon bans in isolated cases but affirmed adherence to Second Amendment rulings under Bruen.  The hosts note the Department of Justice's amicus brief urging the Supreme Court to stri...

Amanda Suffecool and Rob Campbell explore Robert F. Kennedy Jr.'s role in health policy and its intersection with Second Amendment rights.  Kennedy's report, "Make Our Children Healthy Again," focuses on child wellness without addressing gun violence, drawing criticism from outlets like the Los Angeles Times for allegedly overlooking a leading cause of child deaths.  Suffecool and Campbell debunk...

Amanda Suffecool and Rob Campbell discuss recent shifts in gun rights organizations and firearms education initiatives.  Suffecool recounts her decade-long involvement with Women for Gun Rights, transitioning advisory board leadership while maintaining influence on Second Amendment advocacy.  The hosts highlight the NRA's return to Virginia for board meetings, signaling stability and a focus on fu...

Amanda Suffecool hosts Bill Bachenberg, President of the NRA Board of Directors, to discuss recent organizational reforms and challenges faced by the board.  Bachenberg details a turbulent period marked by internal dysfunction, where board members, including himself, were sidelined despite expertise in business and strategic planning.  He recounts his persistence in attending meetings at personal...

Amanda Suffecool interviews Bill Bachenberg, President of the NRA Board of Directors, discussing the organization's structure and recent reforms.  The NRA boasts 76 board members, with Bachenberg outlining roles like EVP Randy Kozuch and a focus on transparency following a 13.5-hour board meeting.  Bachenberg emphasizes Second Amendment advocacy, noting membership growth and youth programs like Yo...

Amanda Suffecool continues interviews with Women for Gun Rights advisory board members in Orlando, Florida.  Raelle Cunningham from Utah discusses plans for a 10-year anniversary fly-in to Washington, DC, aiming to normalize gun ownership and celebrate the Second Amendment as personal, cultural, and constitutional, emphasizing women's roles in self-defense and advocacy. Heather from Florida highli...

Amanda Suffecool interviews advisory board members from Women for Gun Rights, formerly the DC Project, highlighting women's advocacy for Second Amendment protections.  Founder Diana Muller recounts starting the group in 2015 post-Sandy Hook, initially as a lobbying effort in Washington, DC, gathering 50 women from 48 states to share personal stories with legislators. The organization evolved to em...

Amanda Suffecool and Rob Campbell critique gun control groups like Bloomberg and Brady for opposing the Trump administration's decision to allow military personnel to carry firearms in DC, arguing it subverts local laws.  They highlight the hypocrisy, noting criminals face no charges while law-abiding citizens are restricted, and celebrate DC's recent homicide-free streak as evidence of effective...

Amanda Suffecool and Rob Campbell discuss Iowa Senate candidate Jim Carlin's push for national concealed carry reciprocity, highlighting political momentum amid gun rights advancements. They contrast this with anti-gun politicians like Chicago's mayor, who employs armed security while advocating disarmament, and New York's candidate calling for assault weapon bans despite personal protection. The...

Suffecool and Campbell critique Chicago's gun buyback programs, arguing they incentivize theft and crime due to no-questions-asked policies.  A Glock turned in during an event reappeared in a shooting that killed a woman, prompting a lawsuit against the city and police department.  The gun vanished from evidence, allegedly stolen by an officer later murdered by her partner, raising suspicions of a...