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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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Nothing Better Than A Gun Under The Christmas Tree
Darren LaSorte explains to The New York Times editorial board why guns make the perfect Christmas present for many Americans.
Cam’s Corner | When Wildlife Management Ignorance Is Bliss
When Audubon volunteers in Maryland drove deer from their sanctuary to save them, they pushed them out of the frying pan and into the fire.
Legends | The Perfect Weapon For A Jedi Knight
The light saber was used by Jedi Knights throughout the epic “Star Wars” saga, including the new release, “Star Wars: The Last Jedi.”
The Armed Citizen® | Arizona Part 2
With the Colt SAA as their state firearm, there should be no doubt that Arizonans value the right to self-defense.
First Gear | Christmas Countdown: Desperation Sets In
Seven days until Christmas, and seven last minute suggestions. Make ‘em smile!
A Week Of Freedom | Dec. 10-16 2017
Check out the top stories from this week on A1F Daily.
South America’s Deadly Export
Even as immigration has slowed, drugs continue to flow north.
An Astronaut Reaching For The Stars … And Grasping At Straws
If Mark Kelly wants to “protect responsible gun ownership,” why does he attempt to undermine it at every turn?
Cam’s Corner | Compromise
Anti-gunners say they want compromise. But they want YOU to do all the compromising.
Legends | The Perfect Gun That’s Fit For A Prince
The Feinwerkbau Omega 124 shown here is air gun royalty.
The Armed Citizen® | Delaware
For Delawareans, liberty and independence aren’t just words on a flag.
First Gear | Christmas Countdown: SSP Eyewear, JP Rifle Parts and Lone Wolf
A few more suggestions for those hard-to-buy-for gunnies around your tree.
A Week Of Freedom | Dec. 3-10
The A1FD team takes on reciprocity and reloads in this riveting Week of Freedom.
Carry Life | Revisiting The Reload, Part II
We still (politely) insist there’s just one correct way to reload your semi-auto.
The Armed Citizen® | Liquor Stores, Part 2
These armed liquor store employees have a low tolerance for lawbreakers.
American Warrior | Pearl Harbor Reflections
76 years ago this week, a signal event brought about U.S. entry into World War II.
Carry Life | Competition Prep, Pt. II
Avoid the most common competition mishap and improve your safety, too.
First Gear | Browning Plus Tactical Solutions—A Buck Mark Bonanza
Browning’s Buck Mark is great right out of the box, but TacSol has some fine additions.
New Tennessee Legislative Offices Will Permit Concealed Carry
Tennessee’s new legislative office complex will allow for carry of concealed firearms for self-defense by Right-to-Carry permit holders.
Teen Accused Of Shooting Officer Had Long Rap Sheet
In New Jersey, 19-year-old alleged gang member Delronn Mahan is accused of shooting a police officer. But the big question is, why was Mahan out on the streets in the first place?