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A Round Of Applause For Our NRA Volunteers–The Heart Of The NRA
“It’s amazing what you can accomplish if you don’t care who gets the credit.” This bit of wisdom is often attributed to President Truman, but it could have been overheard at any of the thousands of NRA events held across the country each year.
It’s Never Enough
Gun-Control Advocates Won’t Ever Be Satisfied With Marginal Changes To Our Gun Laws
The Brothers Hunt Are NRA Country
If you love country music and are most at home outdoors you should be familiar with The Brothers Hunt (Dan and Reid Isbell, top right).
Violent Crime Dropped In 2018
The FBI has released the 2018 “Crime in the United States” report, which compiles crime data from law enforcement agencies around the country.
Warren Wants To Tax Away Your Rights
If you have a right that’s important to you, Democratic presidential candidate Sen. Elizabeth Warren (D-Mass.) has a “plan” for it. She prides herself on her “plans” to overhaul America’s tax system to a more “progressive” model.
President’s Column | Firearms Empower Women Finding Second Amendment Freedoms
It’s no secret that more and more women are using firearms to protect themselves, hunt and participate in shooting sports thanks to our Second Amendment freedoms.
Standing Guard | We Must All Know The NRA’s Story Of Freedom
We all know the old adage that those who don’t know history are doomed to repeat it. Sayings like this only stick around long enough to permeate a culture when they point to greater truths, as this one does.
Maine Gun-Control Proponents Unmoved by Recent Legislative Failures
Majority of gun-control bills rejected prior to upcoming legislative session.
University of Virginia Canceled Gun Salute Honoring Veterans, Cited Concerns about Possible Panic
Until last week, the rifle volley has been included in Veterans Day ceremonies on campus for more than a decade.
How Criminals Get Guns: Gun Store Crash and Grab Robber Gets 5 Years Imprisonment
Changing the laws isn’t going to stop people who already break them.
Having a Gun for Self-Defense Can Make the Difference when Every Second Counts during a Violent Crime
Only for 28% of all violent crimes were police able to respond to victims within 5 minutes.
Tacoma City Council Votes Unanimously to Tax Firearms and Ammunition Sales
New tax follows in footsteps of Seattle to tax law-abiding gun owners.
The Michael Bloomberg Factor
Still, it isn’t just the many millions of Americans who cherish their Second Amendment rights who are repelled by Bloomberg.
Despite Four-Hour Wait to Speak, Texans for Gun Rights Addressed Legislators
Public commentators cited many concerns about encroachments on constitutional rights.
Cato Institute, NRA-ILA and Others Agree Massachusetts “Assault Weapons” Ban Unconstitutional
The U.S. Supreme Court will decide later this fall whether or not to hear the landmark case.
Oklahoma Rally Celebrates Expansion of Second Amendment Freedoms
Gun-rights advocates gathered at the state Capitol to celebrate constitutional carry becoming law.
Supreme Court Denies Remington’s Appeal in Sandy Hook Lawsuit
Lawsuit alleging gun manufacturer liability for murderer’s actions will move forward.
Rare Revolutionary War Rifle Stolen Nearly 50 Years Ago Found in Barn Sale, Now in Philadelphia Museum
These rifles created a significant advantage for George Washington’s militiamen.
Montana Supreme Court Rules Unanimously in Favor of Gun Rights
State’s high court reversed a previous ruling that would impose extreme gun-control measures.