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Mission statement:

The National Rifle Association is America's longest-standing civil rights organization. We're proud defenders of history's patriots and diligent protectors of the Second Amendment.

Membership Size: Appx. 5,000,000 members.

Bank Account Size: $256,000,000

Political successes:

* States passed an average of 4.8 NRA-backed laws since 2003:

1. Twenty-one emergency powers laws

2. Twelve Castle Doctrine Laws

3. Seven Range protections Laws

Political failures:

* Re-election of President Obama ($11,000,000 invested in election of Mitt Romney)

* Two pro-gun Republican Senators were beaten by Democratic candidates in 2014

Membership Services:

* Discounts: NRA store, NRA wine club, NRA country…

* Services: LifeLock, Global Rescue, Vivint…

Video Commentary: NRA shows conviction in its mission to defend not only the Second Amendment, but also the right and freedom of individuals to own guns.

Mission Statement:

AARP enhances the quality of life for all as we age.  We champion positive social change and deliver value through advocacy, information, and service.

Membership Size: More than 37,000,000 members.

Bank Account Size:

$625,000,000 royalties from insurance companies.

$120,000,000 from publications.

Political successes:

* Senate Bill 194 added additional funds to Elderly and Disabled Tax Credit

1. 3% Bonus to certain Medicaid providers (HB 1137)

2. Senate Bill 194 addresses a moratorium on new nursing home beds

Political failures:

* LD 1578 and LD 1640, bills calling for the expansion of affordable health care services under Affordable Care Act.

* New Mexico, 744 bills introduced; only 77 made it to the Governor’s desk

Membership Services:

* Discounts: Wendy’s, Ancestry.com, Amazon Kindle…

* Health: Sears Optical, Dental Insurance, Medicare…

Video Commentary: AARP shows concern and desire to help the older people in our society, and a strong belief in...