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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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On Freedom’s Frontlines
In Ukraine, a vivid and inspirational example of the need for the right to keep and bear arms could not be more apparent.
The Armed Citizen® May 20, 2022
True stories of the right to keep and bear arms.
25 States Have Now Gotten Out of Our Way
Just over three decades ago, only on state had constitutional carry. Now, half the country has gotten out of the way of Americans' right to carry concealed.
From The Editor: Will More Europeans Go Pro-Gun Rights?
It is an open question whether, as everyone sees Ukrainian citizens picking up rifles to defend their lives and liberty from Russian troops, more Europeans will come to the conclusion that this is a right every law-abiding person needs.
Standing Guard | 151 Years Strong!
With the NRA now over 150 years old, it's no overstatement to say that the vision, initiative and determination shared by you, me and millions of our fellow members have fueled the greatest restoration of freedom this nation has ever seen.
President’s Column | Ukraine’s Example
For anyone who ever needed proof of how crucial gun rights are to our survival and our safety, I have just two words of advice: Remember Ukraine!
Freedom’s Biggest Movement: Constitutional Carry
I am immensely proud to join with Second Amendment supporters across America in celebrating a major milestone reached in April, when Georgia became the 25th constitutional-carry state.
President Donald J. Trump to Address NRA Members at the 2022 NRA Annual Meetings and Exhibits
The former president will headline a star-studded cast of political heavyweights at the NRA Annual Meetings in Houston, Texas.
Court Rules That 18-21 Year Olds Also Have Constitutional Rights
Here's what a recent ruling from the Ninth U.S. Circuit Court of Appeals means for 18-21-year-olds' constitutional rights.
Gun Owners Spent $15 Billion on What?
Firearms and ammunitions purchases go a long way towards conservation efforts and so much more.
Important Questions the ATF Needs to Answer
Sen. Hawley’s inquiry is an important one, given the Biden administration’s constant politically motivated meddling with current firearms laws and rewriting of rules.
The Importance Of Firearms Training
NRA’s ability to train America’s gun owners and the men and women in uniform is made possible by the thousands of certified instructors, training counselors and range-safety officers we are lucky to count among our ranks.
Bravo Company RECCE-7
The Bravo Company RECCE-7, and AR-15 pistol chambered in .300 Blackout, is a fun range gun and a serious defensive tool.
The Armed Citizen® May 6, 2022
True stories of the right to keep and bear arms.
The “New Normal” in Firearms Ownership
In early 2020, Americans started buying firearms at an incredible rate. Two years later, they still are.
How Often Do Armed Citizens Defend Themselves?
Gun-control groups hate this question. They lie about this question and shun the real answers to it. They do this because the answer is ... a lot. Here are the facts about armed self-defense in America.
Imagine What Biden’s “Ministry of Truth” Could Do to Our Gun Rights
If the Biden administration could use such a board to push for censorship of what it deems false in Second Amendment debates, might then Biden’s clear misinformation on guns have an even bigger impact on this critical freedom?
NRA Great American Outdoor Show Attendance Nears Pre-Pandemic Peak
After state pandemic restrictions brought the show to a halt in 2021, the NRA was thrilled to return to Dauphin County for the world’s largest outdoor show.
Nosler Announces Rifle Packages to Raise Money for Veterans
Nosler announced a new program aimed at raising awareness and funds for American veterans and their families.
Why NRAWomen.com Is So Relevant
More women than ever are buying guns and learning to defend themselves. This has made NRAWomen.com more important than ever.