
NRA head assures members organization remains 'strong and secure' following bankruptcy petition
CNN
National Rifle Association head Wayne LaPierre sent an encouraging email to approximately 5 million members Wednesday assuring them the organization remains "strong and secure" despite their recently dismissed petition for bankruptcy in Texas.
LaPierre writes that although the "case for reorganization was dismissed," the decision has no impact on staffing, programs or advocacy -- nor on the divisions and affiliates associated with the gun rights groups, according to a copy of the letter posted on its official website. The letter looks to project strength for the NRA at a time of uncertainty regarding the organization's future and questions about the conduct of its leadership.
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