Show Notes
Episode 189. Fighting for Freedom: Mayor Daniel Francisco on Gun Rights and Local Activism in New Jersey
In this episode of the Forge of Freedom podcast, host Alex Ooley speaks with Daniel Francisco, the mayor of Englishtown, New Jersey, and a passionate advocate for gun rights. They discuss Daniel's journey from political agnosticism to activism, his efforts to challenge restrictive firearm laws in New Jersey, and the impact of the Supreme Court's Bruin decision on gun rights. Daniel shares insights into the challenges of obtaining a carry permit in New Jersey, the importance of local activism, and his collaboration with the Firearms Policy Coalition. The conversation emphasizes the need for community engagement and the power of local initiatives in promoting individual liberties.
Chapters
00:00 Introduction to Firearm Rights Advocacy
07:04 Daniel Francisco's Political Journey
11:51 Challenging New Jersey's Gun Laws
17:54 The Impact of Bruin on New Jersey's Gun Laws
23:53 Navigating the New Legal Landscape
29:38 Sensitive Places and Their Implications
30:07 Navigating Legal Complexities of Firearm Rights
32:18 The Emotional Connection to New Jersey
35:44 Finding Purpose in Activism
40:24 Local Change as a Catalyst for Broader Reform
46:23 Challenging New Jersey's Firearm Regulations
50:51 Collaboration with Firearms Policy Coalition
57:40 The Importance of Local Community Engagement
Resources
N.J. Town Resolves That Excessive Permitting Fees are Unconstitutional
Daniel Francisco
https://x.com/DFrancisco7/status/1932474129082405088
Struck v. Platkin
https://www.firearmspolicy.org/struck
Firearms Policy Coalition
https://www.firearmspolicy.org/about
https://www.firearmspolicy.org/act
John Petrolino
https://www.facebook.com/thepenpatriot/
https://www.instagram.com/jpetrolinoiii/
2A and Bruen Methodology
https://forgeoffreedom.com/episode-138-rahimi-politics-and-originalism/
https://gundigest.com/article/second-amendment-origins-to-today
Project Veritas
https://www.projectveritas.com/
https://www.facebook.com/ProjectVeritas
https://www.youtube.com/@veritasvisuals
Takeaways
Daniel Francisco's journey from political agnosticism to activism began in university.
He became mayor of Englishtown, New Jersey, to advocate for gun rights.
The resolution to refund carry permit fees is a significant step in challenging state laws.
Bruen's decision has opened doors for gun rights advocates in New Jersey.
Obtaining a carry permit in New Jersey involves multiple bureaucratic hurdles.
Local activism is crucial for effecting change in restrictive environments.
Popular Podcasts
CrimeLess: Hillbilly Heist
It’s 1996 in rural North Carolina, and an oddball crew makes history when they pull off America’s third largest cash heist. But it’s all downhill from there. Join host Johnny Knoxville as he unspools a wild and woolly tale about a group of regular ‘ol folks who risked it all for a chance at a better life. CrimeLess: Hillbilly Heist answers the question: what would you do with 17.3 million dollars? The answer includes diamond rings, mansions, velvet Elvis paintings, plus a run for the border, murder-for-hire-plots, and FBI busts.
Crime Junkie
Does hearing about a true crime case always leave you scouring the internet for the truth behind the story? Dive into your next mystery with Crime Junkie. Every Monday, join your host Ashley Flowers as she unravels all the details of infamous and underreported true crime cases with her best friend Brit Prawat. From cold cases to missing persons and heroes in our community who seek justice, Crime Junkie is your destination for theories and stories you won’t hear anywhere else. Whether you're a seasoned true crime enthusiast or new to the genre, you'll find yourself on the edge of your seat awaiting a new episode every Monday. If you can never get enough true crime... Congratulations, you’ve found your people. Follow to join a community of Crime Junkies! Crime Junkie is presented by audiochuck Media Company.
Stuff You Should Know
If you've ever wanted to know about champagne, satanism, the Stonewall Uprising, chaos theory, LSD, El Nino, true crime and Rosa Parks, then look no further. Josh and Chuck have you covered.