GRNC Alert: Tell Republican Leaders to Pass Constitutional Carry

Grass Roots North Carolina,  P.O. Box 10665, Raleigh, NC  27605 

877-282-0939, www.GRNC.org, Fax: 919-573-0354

 

GRNC ALERT

FEEDBACK DAY: DROP CALLS INTO LEADERS’ OFFICES

‘FEEDBACK DAY’ ON CONSTITUTIONAL CARRY 


GRNC ‘Feedback Day’ will drop calls into leaders’ offices

 Should you need governmental permission to exercise a basic civil right? 

Last week, legislative team volunteers led by GRNC President Paul Valone delivered a hand truck full of petitions calling for constitutional carry to Senate President Pro Tem Phil Berger, arguably the most powerful politician in the state, and then held a press conference on his doorstep. That is called “speaking truth to power.”

The effort kicked off GRNC’s renewed campaign to pass House Bill 189, “Freedom to Carry NC,” sponsored by Rep. Keith Kidwell (R- Beaufort, Dare, Hyde, Pamlico, GRNC ****). The bill stalled last year when Senate President Pro Tem Phil Berger told reporters that, having repealed the pistol purchase permit law, legislators had no “need” to address another gun bill. GRNC President Paul Valone has countered that ours is a Bill of Rights, not “needs,” and that Sen. Berger is not a self-appointed arbiter of “needs.” 

When Berger conceded later to reporters that “Constitutional carry is something that is worth talking about. We’ll talk with our members and see whether there is an appetite to move forward with it,” Valone responded: “We’re the ‘members’ who gave you a supermajority, Sen. Berger, so let’s talk.

GRNC in action: For a video of GRNC’s Legislative Action Team holding a constitutional carry press conference on Berger’s doorstep CLICK HERE 
 

IMMEDIATE ACTION REQUIRED! 

It’s time to make your voice heard loud and clear in the halls of the legislature by sending a message to Republican leaders in Raleigh. We would like you to call during a two-hour period from 9:00 AM EDT to 11:00 AM EDT this coming Tuesday, May 7.

Why Tuesday? Because NC Senate President Pro Tem Phil Berger and NC House Speaker Tim Moore are more likely to be in their offices. Legislative assistants will prevent you from speaking with them, of course, but they will witness the huge number of resulting calls, all calling for constitutional carry. Set a reminder in your phone. 
    • CALL SEN. PHIL BERGER: Between 9 AM and 11 AM on Tuesday, May 7, call Sen. Berger at 919-733-5708. (See below, under ‘Deliver This Message’ for the message to convey). 

    • CALL SPEAKER TIM MOORE: Also between 9 AM and 11 AM on Tuesday, May 7, call Speaker Tim Moore at 919-733-3451. (See below, under ‘Deliver This Message’ for the message to convey). 
  • PLEASE CONTRIBUTE TO GRNC: Help us fight fun control while we promote Second Amendment principles. Please CLICK HERE to contribute. Bear in mind that GRNC is an all-volunteer organization, so you can be sure your donations are put to the best possible use. Any amount helps, and any amount is appreciated. 

 

DELIVER THIS MESSAGE


What to tell Republican leaders:   


 

  • Thank them for repealing our Jim Crow purchase permit law, but tell them the job won’t be done until the Republican supermajority passes constitutional carry, including over-riding Gov. Roy Cooper’s inevitable veto.
  • NC Republicans have fallen behind Republicans in the 29 other states that have already passed constitutional carry.
  • Research by John R. Lott of the Crime Prevention Research Center found no increase in violent crime in constitutional carry states, and even a slight drop in murder.
  • Gun voters helped create the supermajority Republicans have used to pass several laws, over-riding Cooper’s vetoes. It is time they acknowledged that by passing House Bill 189, “Freedom to Carry NC” NOW!
  • Excuses like legislative rules and placing blame on one chamber or the other are just that: Excuses.  

 

VOLUNTEERS NEEDED
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Bear Creek Arsenal

new benefactor

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310 McNeill Rd, Sanford, NC 27330   Phone:919 566-0778

 

   

Black Hawk International Security, LLC

new benefactor

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Business phone: (336) 714-3484
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Blue Ridge Marksmanship

A wide variety of courses offered.

827 Roaring Fork Road
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77 Morgan Branch Rd.
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Carolina Firearms Forum

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Carolina Gunrunners

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Dixie Gun and Knife Shows PO Box 21049
Raleigh, NC 27619

www.dixiegunandknifeshow.com
919-781-1287
   

Hyatt Farms Shooting Complex

new benefactor

990 Burnsville Church Road.
Polkton, NC 28135
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Biz phone: 704-826-6014
Mobile 704-6618229

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Ronald J. Shook II 

new benefactor

Ron is a ferocious supporter of the Second Amendment. He has twice sued Sheriff Garry McFadden on behalf of GRNC for his unconstitutional treatment of gun permitting in Mecklenburg County. Ron is a lifetime member of GRNC, and he is licensed to practice in all NC State and Federal Courts. He has helped people all over the state to restore their gun rights, and he frequently represents individuals on appeal for denial of a concealed handgun permit. Ron has proven that he is the “go-to” guy when it comes to gun rights in North Carolina. If you are looking to restore your gun rights after a felony conviction, or involuntary commitment, or you have been wrongly denied a concealed handgun permit or firearm purchase, Ron can help!

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NC Ordnance 

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Raleigh, NC 27617 

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The Aisle Pawn Shop

216 N. Main St.
Mooresville, NC 28115
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704-663-5656
   
Down South Ammo Home of “SOUTHERN THUNDER” Exploding Targets http://downsouthammo.com
   
Reedy Creek Realty 1818 Medfield Road
Raleigh, NC 27607
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877-428-SOLD (7653)
NRA / CHP Instructor & Realtor serving the Triangle area
Free Firearm With Home Sale or Purchase!
   
Take Aim Training Outdoor Rifle, Handgun, Shotgun, and Archery Range located in the heart of the Carolinas. We offer Concealed carry, hunter education, and many other courses. NC & SC firearms sales and transfers. Listen to the Take Aim Training Show or online www.wixe1190.com Thursdays 4-5PM. www.takeaimtraining.com

 

 

 
Corporate Sponsors
 
 
 

ACE PAWN SHOP

new benefactor

Pawn, Purchase, Sell, New & Used Merchandise, Firearms, Gold and Misc.
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North Wilkesboro, NC 28659
www.duncangun.com
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Ed’s Gun Shop 5560 US 1 Hwy
Vass, NC 28394
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Phone: 910-692-7936, Fax: 910-692-4867
   

The Range at Ballantyne

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The Range at Lake Norman

10913 Bailey Road
Cornelius, NC

www.therangeatballantyne.com
704-896-3155

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Belmont, NC 28012
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