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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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“Shall Not Be Infringed” Is Pretty Clear
Since the U.S. Supreme Court decided Bruen, some courts have been enforcing the constitutional right to keep and bear arms. Some lower courts, however, have been defiant, but the meaning of the Second Amendment’s text is clear.
From The Editor: Of Guns, Polls and Politics
Gun ownership is growing and more Americans are understanding that this individual freedom is a good thing.
President’s Column | How NRA Fights For Your Rights In Court—And How You Can Help
So much of this crucial fight for freedom requires us to play defense in Congress and the courts. That’s why this legal fight is so important.
Standing Guard | This Year Will Decide If American Freedom Lives
As an NRA member, you are one of the most-impactful and integral forces in America. You can save American freedom this year and preserve it for years to come.
The Most-Tyrannical Ban Yet
Gun control is not an effort to regulate firearms to promote public safety; instead, it is a long-term project to disarm Americans and eliminate the right to self-defense.
The Armed Citizen® January 13, 2024
True stories of the right to keep and bear arms.
The Armed Citizen® January 13, 2023
True stories of the right to keep and bear arms.
Another Year, Another Lie from Newsom and Everytown
Unfortunately for Gavin Newsom, his newest “revelation” has been well debunked in the past.
California Injunction Blocking “Sensitive Places” Enforcement Back in Effect
At this time, an injunction blocking California’s enforcement of overly broad “sensitive places” restrictions is back in effect.
Tyson Leamon Is NRA Country
With his love of God, country and the outdoors, Tyson is a natural fit for the NRA Country family.
Video Interview: This Supreme Court Case Also Matters
In this video interview, Stephen Halbrook goes through what he heard at the hearing and discusses how this case could impact our Second Amendment-protected rights.
What Will Be Your Firearms Legacy?
As we grow older and make plans for our loved ones and our special treasures, all firearms owners must eventually answer the question, “What will happen to my guns when I’m gone?”
Half of State Attorneys General Speak Out Against California Ban
Twenty-five state attorneys general have filed an amicus brief to speak out against California’s unconstitutional law.
California’s “Repugnant” Law in Effect After Appeal
After a federal judge called California’s new carry law “repugnant” and granted a preliminary injunction blocking it, an appeals court put the injunction on hold, allowing the law to take effect.
The Armed Citizen® January 5, 2024
True stories of the right to keep and bear arms.
State Associations And NRA Clubs
There are more than 10,000 NRA-affiliated State Associations and clubs located throughout the United States, and they need your help.
First Gear: Dual-Control Dampening, Extra Expert Holster Design, Slimmer Carry Light
Must-haves for gun owners.
Gun Skills: Fitting a Handgun
Selecting a handgun that fits properly is critical and could even decide teh outcome of a life-or-death situation.
A Step Toward Protecting Veterans’ Second Amendment Rights
Our country’s veterans deserve the full benefit of all the freedoms they served to protect, but sadly this is not the case. With all that veterans have done for America, it’s the lease that America can do for them.
The Most-Surprising Second Amendment Stories of 2023
Another year has come and gone, and with it so did many important battles in the ongoing fight to defend our Second Amendment rights. These are the top stories of the past year—both good and bad—that we’ll still be talking about in 2024.