Which organization is best known for lobbying to protect Second Amendment gun rights?

• A. Amnesty International
• B. Greenpeace
• C. American Medical Association
• D. NRA

Answer: (D)

Lobbying to protect Second Amendment gun rights involves persuading lawmakers to oppose or soften gun-control measures and to keep broad access to firearms. The organization most famous for this is the National Rifle Association, which has decades of active lobbying at both federal and state levels, plus a strong political action committee and high-profile campaigns that advocate for fewer restrictions on gun ownership. Because of its long-running advocacy and influence in U.S. politics, it’s widely recognized as the leading pro-gun-rights lobbying group. In contrast, Amnesty International focuses on human rights, Greenpeace on environmental issues, and the American Medical Association on health policy; none are as closely associated with promoting gun-rights lobbying as the NRA.