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Here is a rundown of the many different opportunities you
have to boost your knowledge next week in Knoxville!
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2A Action Alliance Panel
- A Discussion amongst the influencers and 2A media creators
that have taken action using their platforms and signed the
GOA-backed, 2A Action Alliance letters delivered to
Congress.
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Hunting Tradition Panel
- The Second Amendment is essential to preserving the hunting
tradition in the United States, and these well-known hunters and
organizations will discuss what hunters can do to defend and preserve
our tradition.
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Firearms Technology and Innovation
Panel
- Technology and firearms are always changing and developing,
so come listen to some of the leaders in manufacturing and learn how
the industry is changing and evolving, in spite of the
ever-encroaching hand of the Government.
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State and Local
Advocacy Panel
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Discover how GOA is operating across the country and impacting
legislation, law, and elections in your state to advance our NO
Compromise 2nd Amendment mission.
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Fact vs Fiction Panel
- The fight to preserve our rights is filled with phony
statistics, hyperbolic statements, and outright lies. Separate the
facts from the fiction and arm yourself with the knowledge to not only
discredit opponents’ claims, but also show them the truth.
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Student Activism Panel
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The battle ground for the 2nd
Amendment runs straight through the younger generation, learn how
students and young adults can impact and change the future of our
right to keep and bear arms.
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Gun Culture in America Panel
- Gun culture is American culture, and the 27 words of the
Second Amendment stand in perpetuity across our nation’s history, but
our culture is always changing. Learn how we not only preserve but
advance our gun rights in an ever-changing culture.
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Police Panel
- Law-enforcement officers stand at the forefront, seeing the
best and worst our country has to offer. Hear how different officers
and agencies around the country are taking a stand to defend our
rights while protecting our communities.
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Active Shooter Panel
- The only way to stop a bad guy with a gun is a good guy with
a gun, and these panelists know that better than most. Come listen to
their stories and learn from those who have been there,
firsthand.
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Second Amendment in a Digital Age Panel
- Social media and the Internet are the dominate form of
communication in our current era, and mastery of these tools is
essential in organizing and fighting to preserve our rights. Come
learn how we use these tools to fight back against a Silicon Vally
elite that wants to see your rights dismantled.
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Firearms and Emergency Preparedness Panel
- When the worst happens, you need to be prepared. You need to
have the knowledge and skills to take care of yourself, your family,
and your community. Learn how to be your own first responder to
emergencies.
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Right, not a Privilege Panel
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Unlike what the other side would like you to believe, bearing
arms is a right, not a privilege. Dismantle the attacks on the
2nd amendment and arm yourself with the
knowledge you need to be a better activist.
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Made in Tennessee Panel
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Tennessee is a hub for the 2nd
Amendment. So learn from those in the state on how the local leaders,
companies, and creators are making the region even better for those
who enjoy and support our right to keep and bear arms.
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2A for All Panel
- Gun culture is American culture, and each different
demographic has a stake in preserving our rights. Gain perspective
from the intersection of these different sub-groups and how we all
fight for the rights of all Americans.
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Gun Rights are Women’s Rights (Women’s Forum)
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“God created all men, but Samuel Colt made them equal.” Firearms
are the great equalizer, and women have specific issues facing them
when it comes to exercising their 2nd
Amendment rights. Learn from leaders in the field in the fastest
growing demographic of gun owners.
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Fight for Your Rights Panel
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You have the tools, now learn how to use them. From emails, town
halls, and lobby days, there is an almost limitless way you can fight
to preserve, defend, and restore our rights. Learn how to get involved
at any level in the fight for the 2nd
Amendment.
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Competitive Shooting Panel
- Come listen to the best of the best when it comes to the
world of competitive shooting and find more ways to use and have fun
while enjoying your right to keep and bear arms.
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Legal Panel
- Like it or not, bad gun laws are laws, and the fight to
abolish them comes straight through the courts. Learn how GOA and
other legal entities are fighting in court rooms across the country to
destroy these unconstitutional laws and restore our
rights.
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Veterans Panel
- These men have carried firearms in defense of our nation,
and now use their knowledge and skills to defend our rights on the
Homefront. Hear the stories of these veterans, specific 2A issues
facing our veteran population, and how they continue to fight to keep
us free.
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Legal Team—Billion Records “Red Dawn” Panel
- Take a deep-dive with the GOA legal team and discover the
insidious truth of the government’s actions, including the building of
an illegal stockpile of over one billion records on gun owners across
the nation.
If you have made it this far, then you know there is
something for everyone going on next week in Knoxville, Tennessee at
the first annual Gun Owners Advocacy and Leadership Summit!
This list isn’t the end, as we also have keynote speakers
taking the stage as well as over 200 companies showing off the latest
and greatest firearms and gear across the industry.
This is truly THE can't miss event of the year for gun
owners, so make sure you are registered
for GOALS today!
The dates for GOALS are August 17th
and 18th at the Knoxville Convention Center
and admission is free for all GOA members. If you are not currently a
member, you can become one today or register at the door in Knoxville
next week.
Secure
your special room rate at hotels within walking
distance of the convention center and extend your stay to enjoy the
natural beauty of the Great Smoky Mountains and surrounding
attractions!
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