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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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Are Anti-Gun Democrats Just Too Smart?
Democrats say they are too smart to connect with the average voter.
Standing Guard | Project Helps Communities Post Lower Crime Rates
As Chicago struggles with a high number of homicides, other places are finding that if you penalize offenders, the crime rate goes down.
New Guns from the 2019 SHOT Show
Historic gunmakers roll out some new offerings in personal protection.
Cam’s Corner | See You in Harrisburg
It used to be that January and February were my least favorite months of the year.
Nebraska Legislator Proposes Arming Teachers
The idea rankles the liberals who see guns only as a problem.
A Monster Mess: Monster Jam Strips All Things “Gun”
Even the truck once named Gunslinger has had to change its name.
American Outdoor Acquires LaserLyte
Laser company will fall under the purview of Crimson Trace.
Democrats’ First Gun Control Bill: Expanded Background Checks
On eighth anniversary of Gabrille Giffords being shot, Nancy Pelosi unveils anti-gun bill, which is immediately criticized by members of the Congressional Western Caucus.
Virginia Legislature Pushes Gun Control
Democrats see the move as a way to regain the majority in both chambers.
California Introduces Limits on Gun Purchases
With Gavin Newsom as the state executive, restrictions that were passed over in previous years see new life.
Open Carry: To Show or Not to Show
Even if going about town with a visible firearm is legal, keep some things in mind when deciding whether to carry openly.
Chicago Anti-Gun Politician Kept Private Arsenal
Alderman Ed Burke, who has openly pushed for firearm restrictions, had dozens of guns in his office.
Fast and Furious Lawsuit Hearing Date Approaches
A case that began with an Obama administration gun-running operation is now about much more.
Buckeye Firearms Praises Override of Gun Veto
General Assembly showed up over the Christmas break to defeat Kasich on self-defense bill.
Hearing Protection Act, Reciprocity Introduced Again
The bills, which stalled in Congress last session, are back on the agenda.
New Hampshire Legislators Eye Gun Control
With majorities in both houses, the Democrats have slated at least three bills on gun restrictions.
Range Safety Goes Beyond the Four Rules
Sometimes you have to take care of yourself, too.
NSSF Commends Study For Doing Firearms Policy Research Right
The Trade Association addresses a recently published study by the Journal of American Surgeons for a thorough investigation of the data.
Oh Canada, How’s That Gun Registration Working Out?
Quebec’s registration scheme yields a 20 percent rate of compliancy.
Australia Proves NRA isn’t Crying Wolf
When the Second Amendment is treated with little regard, the First falls too.