Ahead of Election Day, the NRA Institute for Legislative Action’s (NRA-ILA) Gun Bus Battleground Tour stopped in Grapevine, Texas, on October 26. Sponsored by Patriot Mobile and hosted by Texas Gun Experience, the event brought together NRA representatives, Texas State Senate candidate Leigh Wambsganss, and gun owners.
The stop was part of the NRA Institute for Legislative Action’s (NRA-ILA) 13-state, 63-stop tour to mobilize voters ahead of Election Day. As announced by the NRA-ILA, Patriot Mobile served as a tour sponsor and the official wireless connectivity partner, keeping the NRA-ILA team connected as they traveled across the country.
Lexi Higgins, NRA-ILA’s Grassroots Managing Director and the tour’s manager, thanked Patriot Mobile: “They have kept us plugged in throughout this gun bus tour.”
Lexi Higgins, National Rifle Association Institute for Legislative Action Grassroots Managing Director
Leigh Wambsganss, Patriot Mobile Chief Communications Officer
Leigh Wambsganss: “Your Weapon Is Your Vote”
As the event progressed, a central message emerged: the stakes of the election were high, particularly in Texas.
Leigh Wambsganss delivered an urgent appeal for voter participation, arguing that the outcome of the election would have significant consequences for Second Amendment protections in Texas.
“Your weapon is your vote. Please use it wisely…” she said.
She insisted that, to save this great state, citizens could not assume others would take action on their behalf. Wambsganss stressed personal outreach, urging attendees to contact friends, family members, and others in their communities.
She framed the election as a pivotal moment for the state, telling the crowd, “This is Texas’s rendezvous with history.”
Scott Coburn, Patriot Mobile Chief Marketing Officer
Scott Coburn: Civic Participation Requires More Than Good Intentions
Scott Coburn, Chief Marketing Officer at Patriot Mobile, reinforced that message, explaining that the company’s sponsorship of the Gun Bus Tour reflects its commitment to encouraging civic participation and supporting the Second Amendment.
“Voting at the ballot box is one thing, but there’s another way that you can vote,” Coburn said, encouraging attendees to consider supporting businesses whose stated values align with their own.
He emphasized that voter outreach must extend beyond the event itself.
“I would encourage everyone here. I know you’re all going to vote, but talk to your neighbors, talk to your church groups, talk to other people that you know, get 10 people. Get 10 people out to vote,” Coburn said. “It’s that important.”
Coburn’s message emphasized that civic participation requires more than good intentions. It takes preparation, informed decisions, and a willingness to encourage others to participate.
Civic Participation Doesn't End on Election Day
The responsibility to remain engaged in our nation's future continues.
- Stay informed. Follow legislation and policy decisions that affect your community and constitutional freedoms.
- Hold elected officials accountable. Stay engaged with your representatives and make your voice heard on important issues.
- Encourage others to get involved. Talk to friends, family, neighbors, and church groups about the importance of civic participation.
- Pray for our nation. Pray for wisdom among our leaders, integrity among public officials, and the future of our country.
Your voice matters! You must vote every election. Stay informed, remain engaged, and continue standing for the freedoms that make our nation great.
