Nephi Cole with the National Shooting Sports Foundation discusses the potential for upcoming Colorado legislation that would make it more difficult to protect ourselves and our families from people that want to hurt us. The first gun-related legislative proposals of 2024 have started to emerge, marking the beginning of what could be a significant year for firearm legislation. While no specific bills have been explicitly named, there has been discussion around a particular bill related to advertising. This bill is noteworthy because of concerns that it may infringe upon freedom of speech rights, potentially affecting how firearms are marketed. Additionally, there’s a prevailing argument that such firearm regulations primarily disadvantage law-abiding citizens. Proponents of this viewpoint argue that criminals, who are less likely to adhere to the law by nature, will inevitably find alternative methods to procure firearms, thereby circumventing the intended effects of these regulations.Listen to the full interview in the first hour.
Interview with Robert Farnham
Robert Farnham, president of the Colorado Cattleman’s Association, discusses upcoming legislation that could have a detrimental impact on Colorado farmers and ranchers. Farnam, serving as the president of the Colorado Cattlemen’s Association (CCA), is at the forefront of addressing a significant challenge facing the agricultural community in Denver. A contentious initiative on the Denver ballot seeks to prohibit meat processing within the city limits, marking just one of several anti-farming measures being proposed. The CCA, a volunteer organization dedicated to representing the interests and rights of Colorado farmers, is actively opposing these initiatives and bills. Their commitment underscores the association’s role in safeguarding the agricultural sector’s ability to operate without undue restrictions, ensuring that farmers’ livelihoods and the industry’s future remain secure. Listen to the full episode in the second hour.
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