MidwayUSA Named Official Sponsor of 2023 NRA Annual Meetings & Exhibits

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posted on February 25, 2023
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The National Rifle Association is pleased to announce MidwayUSA as the official sponsor of its 2023 Annual Meetings & Exhibits to be held in Indianapolis April 14-16.
“MidwayUSA, and our customers, have been longstanding supporters of the National Rifle Association, the foremost protector of our Second Amendment rights,” said Matt Fleming, president and CEO of MidwayUSA. “We’re pleased to continue our support of the NRA Annual Meetings and Exhibits and look forward to joining our customers at this great event in Indianapolis!”
 
The 152nd Annual Meetings & Exhibits will be held at the Indiana Convention Center. Thousands of dues-paying members and many more law-abiding Americans will gather for the family-friendly event featuring a bigger-than-ever exhibit hall boasting approximately 800 exhibitors, events, receptions and demonstrations. Attendees will get a look at the latest guns, knives, optics, ammo and accessories available on the market today. They can also book the hunt of a lifetime, purchase shooting and hunting accessories, view priceless gun collections and hear some of the most influential, pro-2A experts in the nation. 
  
“Year after year, and decade after decade, the Potterfields have consistently demonstrated their commitment to the Second Amendment, the shooting sports, and the National Rifle Association. We are proud to partner again with MidwayUSA in our celebration of rights and freedoms at the NRA Annual Meetings & Exhibits in Indianapolis,” said Wayne LaPierre, CEO and executive vice president of the NRA. "Indeed, Larry and Brenda are true allies in our battle to defend the Second Amendment and the NRA is honored and grateful for their continued support.”
  
The NRA's 2023 Annual Meetings & Exhibits officially opens at 9:00 am on April 14.

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