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Armed Louisiana Woman Sends Four Thieves Scrambling
In Keithville, La., a homeowner was surprised to find four men on her front doorstep, all dressed in hoods and each carrying backpacks. As for those four men, they were equally surprised to see the homeowner meet them at the door, holding her gun.
A Week Of Freedom | Oct. 29 – Nov. 3
Check out the top stories from this week on A1F Daily.
Chatterday | Saturday, November 4
A collection of quotes from this week’s Tower of 2A Babble.
Chris W. Cox: Our 5 Million Members Do Not Accept Blame
“The NRA’s 5 million members do not accept blame for a deranged madman’s actions,” NRA-ILA’s Chris W. Cox wrote in a Tuesday editorial in USA Today. “It’s time for legislators to focus on real solutions, instead of pushing an anti-gun political agenda.”
Suicide Prevention Walk Organizers Turn Away Demanding Moms
Organizers of a suicide prevention walk held in San Diego last Saturday turned away Bloomberg-funded Moms Demand Action because of the group’s strong anti-gun stance.
Antis Schedule National Gun “Buyback”
After 16 years of organizing so-called “gun buybacks,” this year pediatric surgeon Mike Hirsh is attempting to take his event nationwide.
Chicago Gang Member To Be Sentenced For Stealing Guns From Train
One of the culprits behind a massive heist of 100 new guns from a cross-country freight train has been convicted and will soon face sentencing. Unsurprisingly, those firearms were destined to end up on the streets of Chicago.
Octogenarian Arkansas Woman Fatally Shoots Home Intruder
On Sunday, a Marion, Ark., woman in her late 80s received a call at 3:30 in the morning. On the other end of the phone was her alarm company, telling her someone might be in her home. She immediately grabbed her firearm and headed towards the front door.
An Evil Wind Blows Through The Land
There’s a saying that the devil’s greatest triumph was getting people to believe he doesn’t exist. Firearm confiscation is like that.
Carry Life | Competition Prep, Part I
Competition can teach the dedicated Carry Lifer a lot, but here’s some prep to consider.
This Man Did Not Write A Second (Class) Amendment
Courts are telling gun owners they must choose between 2A rights and their other rights.
NYT Columnist Steps In It With Gun Control Remarks After Terror Attack
A man originally from Uzbekistan ran a rental truck over people on a bicycle path in New York City on Tuesday, killing eight. He was shot by NYPD officer Ryan Nash after jumping out of the vehicle and brandishing imitation firearms. This was a tragedy and an outrage—and for New York Times columnist Nicholas Kristof, an opportunity for a cheap gun control plug.
Indiana Committee Votes To Remove Concealed-Carry “Hurdles”
Hoosiers could find it less complicated to carry a gun for self-defense purposes next year. On Tuesday, the Indiana Joint Committee on Judiciary and Public Policy voted 15-5 in favor of “remov[ing] hurdles that restrict the ability of law abiding Hoosiers to exercise their state and federal constitutional rights to bear arms and defend themselves.”
Washington State Lawmakers Push Semi-Auto And Magazine Ban
Lawmakers in Washington state, with the support of Attorney General Bob Ferguson, are pushing two rabidly anti-gun bills for next year’s legislative session.
Connecticut Town Considers Sweeping Gun Ban
One Connecticut municipality may soon ban guns on all town property if a group of city leaders gets its wish. The local Board of Selectmen will hold a public hearing tonight on an ordinance proposed by the Southbury, Conn., Democratic Town Committee (SDTC) that would turn city property into a giant “gun-free zone.”
Texas Homeowner Shoots Not-So-Subtle Home Invader
When the doorbell rings at 5 in the morning, it’s usually not good news. So, when a homeowner opened the door to see a strange man, who apologized for “being at the wrong home,” he closed the door—and prepared for something more sinister.
Expo-Nential Success
The first NRA Carry Guard Expo, NRA’s personal protection and home defense show, was a huge success.
The Ruling Class Vs. The Second Amendment
Political elites condemn gun rights while being protected by armed guards. Are their lives more valuable than yours?
Choosing Freedom, Not Fear
Black women in Chicago are getting carry licenses to defend themselves in a violence-plagued city.
The Armed Citizen® | Texas, Part 2
A second helping of Lone Star State residents exercising their Second Amendment rights.