The NRA has been marginally effective for a decade or more. Lobbying politicians is fine and probably necessary. They should have spent more money and effort suing the federal government and state governments over unconstitutional firearms legislation. Take lessons from the environmental groups constantly suing to advance their agenda.
WLP progressively used his position to enrich himself to the detriment of the organization. He is personally responsible for what is happening now and the NRA's weakened position.
The NRA-ILA is having a legislative town hall on April 21 in Tucson. The NRA is having an Online Workshop on April 22. Are these events worth attending or a waste of time?