Comments on: Free NRA Trial Membership

By: deb

deb — Thu, 16 Jul 2009 19:49:53 +0000

I joined it and got my info. So far no junk mail, no phone calls, nothing. Just the membership.
And for all those posting about how bad the NRA is—Your the reason I joined!! Thank you!

By: Steve

Steve — Tue, 14 Jul 2009 11:50:30 +0000

Ref: post #10 Kelly

Please do read the writings of those who formed the Constitution and learn it’s history. The Second Amendment is absolutely about individual rights, protection of those rights and defense, not the necessities of the State or the Revolutionary War. It’s why it’s in the Bill of Rights, and not the Articles which deal with the powers limits and responsibilities of the government.

The First and Second Amendments are commented on frequently by the founders as protections against oppression and tyranny of government. Which is pretty much the purpose of the Bill of Rights.

The Bill of Rights were introduced to the first Congress by James Madison on June 8, 1789. Amendments 1 through 10 were ratified by December 15, 1791. The war had ended in 1783.

An unarmed people depends on others to protect them, keep their safety, defend their rights. So what happens when those protectors are away, or are unable or worse unwilling.

The NRA is an organization that actually teaches respect for firearms, shooting, safety and sport as well as defense.

I’ve gotten far far less mailers from them than the local fast food places, realtors and stores.

By: Dan

Dan — Tue, 14 Jul 2009 06:09:23 +0000

Come on people, the NRA is a GREAT place to go to teach your kids gun safety, they are the source for nearly every type of firearms training including most law enforcement officers been a member for years and NEVER rcvd 1 call but do get legislation notices and event invites

By: Edwin

Edwin — Fri, 10 Jul 2009 12:51:18 +0000

Here’s another freebie in a similar vein you might want to post–

http://pol.moveon.org/energystickers/?rc=orig_email&id=16556-9565908-wI96uAx&t=2

By: xxthintheherdxx

xxthintheherdxx — Sun, 05 Jul 2009 14:01:04 +0000

awesome freebie..ive been a HUGE supporter of the NRA for years. I love target shooting and having fun. supporting the 2nd amendment is definately a part of my life. and i have never been “BOMBARDED” with any kind of harassing emails or phone calls. thanks alot for this. im a LIFE MEMBER so i will pass this on to my friends. THANKS GOOB!!!!!

By: Brenda

Brenda — Fri, 03 Jul 2009 23:00:37 +0000

I won’t be signing up for the free NRA trial membership, but thank you so much for EVERY freebie you post!

By: Robert

Robert — Thu, 02 Jul 2009 02:22:58 +0000

I just gotta say I don’t really care about the NRA thing, but I love that we got the same super soaker! we should battle if you’re ever in my neck of the woods

By: Becky

Becky — Wed, 01 Jul 2009 20:33:46 +0000

Kudos to Goob!

By: Rena

Rena — Wed, 01 Jul 2009 19:30:00 +0000

Amen! Goob. I agree with you on the preferences. I would never join NRA, but agree you should post for those who would like to join.

By: Buck

Buck — Wed, 01 Jul 2009 18:12:23 +0000

Goob, I agree with your philosophy towards this site, and one is grateful for all that you offer us. Once again, let me say thank you.

By: tyrone s.

tyrone s. — Wed, 01 Jul 2009 17:18:04 +0000

Goob,

Thanks for posting the NRA offer. I wholeheartedly agree with your stance to post freebies without regard to personal preferences. Those who wish you didn’t post this simply want to deny the choice to those who otherwise may have not seen it. Suppressing information is un-American, that’s how China and Iran operate.

I’ve been an NRA Life Member for over 30 years; if a member contacts them and asks not to receive solicitations, they will comply. I get maybe 3 to 5 mailings a year. No big deal.

For those who are interested, please check it out and consider becoming a regular member if you like what you see.

By: michele

michele — Wed, 01 Jul 2009 17:12:54 +0000

My views on the topics of guns, gun control and the NRA are not going to sway anybody. Similarly, your views on these topics won’t sway mine. However, I’ll support your FIRST AMENDMENT rights to say what you wish about the topics.

By: melissa

melissa — Wed, 01 Jul 2009 17:08:48 +0000

I am a proud supporter af the NRA. I am pleased to announce that I have never shot anyone, used my guns to rob anyone etc. I love target practicing and I also am quite comforted to know that if some pervert, druggie or burglar enters my house with intent to harm I have my trusty firearm to protect myself and my family. You Liberals who think guns are evil and promote gun control need a wake up call. The NRA stands up for American rights. I proudly support this organization. Thanks for posting this Freebie!!

By: Goob

Goob — Wed, 01 Jul 2009 16:39:14 +0000

Hello unexpected controversy!

One of my mantras when posting a freebie is to keep my personal preferences out of it. Last fall, for example, I posted links to every Obama and McCain freebie I could find, despite my own clear political preference.

I’ve posted freebies from Peta, the ACLU, now the NRA, and countless other potentially polarizing organizations. Some I personally support, others I’m vehemouthly against, but the day I start censoring legitimate freebies and start discreetly pushing an agenda is the day I know it’s time to close shop. I’m here to post freebies and make weak jokes, not tell people who, what, or how to believe.

The reason I posted this freebie was not because it was just a simple membership, but because it included free stickers and decals, entrance to conferences, potential savings on hotels, and more.

By: Lindsey

Lindsey — Wed, 01 Jul 2009 14:32:20 +0000

DON’T DO IT!!!!!! THEY WILL HARRASS THE CRAP OUT OF YOU VIA TELEMARKETING!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

By: Marlana

Marlana — Wed, 01 Jul 2009 12:38:24 +0000

Thank you for posting this! It is an awesome freebie as our freedom and liberty are being threatened daily. I’m excited that our family is getting to sign up to stand up with other freedom-loving Americans!

By: Erika

Erika — Wed, 01 Jul 2009 03:00:32 +0000

Thanks for this Goob! I have seen this on other freebie sites but just as a “free membership to the NRA” and thought it was a phony freebie (or one someone had gotten by hook or by crook). Now that I know that it is legit, I’ll go and sign up my husband =).

Oh and to those who are opposed to this listing. Don’t get upset. We’re not trying to take away your right not to own firearms and neither is the NRA.

By: Darby

Darby — Wed, 01 Jul 2009 01:20:21 +0000

I for one would not have known to search for a free NRA membership, but have now signed up for one thanks to HIF. Taking some of the comments into account, I did give a throwaway phone, but I am truly grateful to this site for posting the opportunity.

By: Kristina

Kristina — Wed, 01 Jul 2009 01:20:12 +0000

Thanks Goob this is awesome! Love it.

By: Becky

Becky — Wed, 01 Jul 2009 00:25:36 +0000

WOW! My family has been members of the NRA for a while. We never get phone calls from them, but get the occasional junk mail that my kids LOVE to cut up and make all sorts of things out of it. Like the others, don’t get mad because of this freebie. Get mad that there are crazy people out there doing crazy things with firearms( and I am not talking about those who obtain firearms legally).I think it’s silly to get upset that Goob posted this. Choose which freebies you want. It’s America, land of the free and the lovely chance to get freebies!