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Critical Lawsuits Where NRA-ILA is Leading the Battle
NRA-ILA is at the tip of the spear when it comes to lobbying against legislative assaults on the Second Amendment.
Colorado Bill Highlights Importance of Preemption Laws
A recent measure seeks to repeal Colorado's preemption law, a dangerous action to say the least.
How New Gun Owners are Changing Things
2020 shattered records when it came to new gun-owners and the trend appears to be ascending even faster in this year.
Should Gun Owners Have To Pay A “Sin Tax”?
California legislators are looking for a new way to stifle your right to keep and bear arms.
U.S. Supreme Court Protects Gun Owner Privacy
The U.S. Supreme Court’s recent decision protects the sanctity of gun owners’ homes.
Louisiana, Texas Moving Closer to Constitutional Carry
The number of states supporting constitutional carry keeps growing by the day.
Biden’s 5 Favorite Gun Lies Rebutted
It's important to take a look at some of President Biden's favorite falsehoods.
Oregon Anti-Second Amendment Bill Awaits Governor’s Signature
An Oregon anti-gun bill far overreaches.
Hollywood Lectures Gun Owners Yet Again
Hollywood elites continue to peddle falsehoods about your Second Amendment rights.
A Very Topical Second Amendment Book
Read this latest book from Stephen P. Halbrook and you’ll be able to cite the facts to anyone when the mainstream media attempts to twist this issue with dishonest narratives.
One-Handed Defense
A two-handed shooting grip is always superior for defensive handgun use. But in real-world defensive encounters, you just might have to shoot with one hand.
Meet the Head Cheerleader for More Gun Control
Jen Psaki, the new White House press secretary, does not enjoy answering questions, but when required to do so, she has two stock replies. The first is, “I’m going to circle back.”
Friends Of NRA To Raffle Jim Land Signature Rifles
The Friends of NRA National Sponsorship Series is back for 2021 with seven ways for you to join a select group whose commitment to the shooting sports will ensure its vitality for years to come. This year’s series includes the final chances at an exceptional premium, the Major E.J. Land Signature Edition Tactical Rifle.
NRA Salutes Our Hero Police Officers
With National Police Week this month, I would like to shine a spotlight on the NRA’s long history of supporting law enforcement officers. Over the past year, our country’s brave men and women in law enforcement have dealt with large-scale civil unrest and long hours.
Biden’s ATF Nominee Called an “Enemy of the Second Amendment”
House Republicans recently urged their Senate colleagues to reject David Chipman.
Leaked ATF Proposal a Game Changer for Gun Owners
An apparently leaked ATF document detailing possible plans to completely redefine what parts of a gun are to be considered a “firearm” has many in the industry worried.
Americans Can’t Stop Buying Guns
April was yet another impressive month for firearms sales throughout the country.
States Continue Trend Of Countering Federal Anti-Gun Push
It was obvious that, with anti-gun Democrats in control of the White House, the Senate and the House of Representatives, we would not see any real advancement of gun rights coming out of Washington, D.C. In fact, all we have seen is the confirmation of radical anti-gun extremists to the Biden Administration, and the promotion of legislation designed to remove any semblance of Second Amendment protections offered to law-abiding citizens.
Fact-Checking President Biden
The president’s dishonest attack on the Second Amendment continued in front of Congress.
VIDEO: Shooting Straight with John Lott
Dr. John R. Lott Jr., founder and CEO of the Crime Prevention Research Center, recently sat down with Frank Miniter, America's 1st Freedom Editor in Chief, to discuss his stint in the U.S. Department of Justice.