First Freedom
America's First Freedom provides news for the membership of the NRA with the goal of delivering professional, moving, and accurate journalism that promotes knowledge about the threats to our Second Amendment Rights
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More Proof the Second Amendment Is a Cornerstone of Freedom
When the battle lines in the fight for freedom are so numerous, it’s worth stepping back a moment for perspective.
Wanted Fugitive Exploited Computer Glitches in NICS Background Check System to Buy Guns Four Times
Pawn shop learned about arrest warrants from NICS after wanted man left with purchased guns.
With Revenue Falling, Dick’s Sporting Goods to Remove Hunting Guns from 125 Stores
Dick’s Sporting Goods continues to pursue anti-gun policies that draw criticism from customers and employees.
South Carolina Increases Effort to Arm State Troopers
This effort is part of a greater response to equip officers to respond to school shootings.
Top 5 Reasons for Women to Start Shooting
Ladies seeking to expand their potential and unleash their inner strength should take advantage of the trend and pull the trigger.
Let’s look at belts: Five tips to be well and safely dressed
Choosing the right belt for concealed carry can make or break a situation.
SIG SAUER Sponsors A Girl & A Gun in 2019 Women’s Shooting League
The nationwide organization designed with women in mind is partnering for this year’s competitive season.
Armed Teacher Decision Survives Challenge in Ohio
Parents had sued to keep a school district from allowing educators who had been through FASTER Saves Lives to carry on campus.
Federal Expands Premium HST Line
One of the ultimate self-defense rounds is now available in 10 mm auto.
Los Angeles Discriminates Against Gun Rights Supporters
Why a prospective contractor would have to disclose its ties to NRA is unclear, but that’s what the city is trying to do.
Who Will Protect You?
As courts again rule that police have no duty to protect individual Americans, anti-gun activists continue to push schemes to make armed self-defense more difficult.
Mauser Model 1878 “Zig-Zag”
Peter Paul and Wilhelm Mauser wanted to create a revolver that would really stand out from the competition at the 1879 German military handgun trials—and with their Model 1878, dubbed the “Zig-Zag,” they had succeeded.
Anti-Gun Bills Move to House Floor This Week
Bills on “universal” background checks and one that could delay lawful firearms sales both made it through committee earlier this month.
Win An NRA Special-Edition Kryptek Minotaur Truck, Tons Of Guns And Gear, And $50,000 Cash
Don’t miss your chance to win the NRA’s biggest truck sweepstakes ever.
First Gear
Well known for its extensive line of rifles and shotguns, O.F. Mossberg & Sons Inc. recently marked its 100th anniversary by introducing the MC1sc Subcompact Pistol.
CPAC 2019 Should Set Attendance Record
The Conservative Political Action Conference is expecting a huge turnout with the start of the 2020 election cycle.
Need Help? Just Whistle
Cleveland councilman’s idea of blowing a whistle as a defense falls on deaf ears.
Ten plus One things about Kydex
Not a miracle plastic, but nearly so.
NRA Annual Meetings In Indy As Big As Ever
The Capital of the Hoosier State is set to host the 2019 NRA Annual Meetings & Exhibits
Why Words Matter
The good news: Child shooting victims fell 12 percent in the United States in 2018, according to a recent report from the Gun Violence Archives.