First Freedom
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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Congressman Eric Swalwell’s Radioactive “Common Ground”
Those who oppose our right to keep and bear arms have been mislabeling NRA as “extremists” for decades, but the vitriol has escalated over the last year.
Explainer of Why More Guns Equal Less Crime
Judge Andrew Napolitano and researcher John Lott discuss why it’s imperative to keep our individual right to keep and bear arms.
Guns for the Prepared from Remington, Taurus and Glock
New firearms have hit Shot Show 2019 and are a must for those who want to be ready.
Continental Rift
With Washington, D.C., stuck in muddy gridlock for at least the next two years, the battle for the Second Amendment now moves in earnest to the states.
President’s Column | My Salute to the Women of the NRA
Women make up the fastest-growing segment of new NRA members.
Oregon Vies for Title of State with Most-Restrictive Gun Laws
Bills include limiting magazine capacity to five rounds, curtailing the number of rounds one can buy each month and more.
Student Air Rifle Program Spreads to Texas
In partnering with the Weatherby Foundation, the expansion is sure to get off to a good start.
Are Anti-Gun Democrats Just Too Smart?
Democrats say they are too smart to connect with the average voter.
Standing Guard | Project Helps Communities Post Lower Crime Rates
As Chicago struggles with a high number of homicides, other places are finding that if you penalize offenders, the crime rate goes down.
New Guns from the 2019 SHOT Show
Historic gunmakers roll out some new offerings in personal protection.
Cam’s Corner | See You in Harrisburg
It used to be that January and February were my least favorite months of the year.
Nebraska Legislator Proposes Arming Teachers
The idea rankles the liberals who see guns only as a problem.
A Monster Mess: Monster Jam Strips All Things “Gun”
Even the truck once named Gunslinger has had to change its name.
American Outdoor Acquires LaserLyte
Laser company will fall under the purview of Crimson Trace.
Democrats’ First Gun Control Bill: Expanded Background Checks
On eighth anniversary of Gabrille Giffords being shot, Nancy Pelosi unveils anti-gun bill, which is immediately criticized by members of the Congressional Western Caucus.
Virginia Legislature Pushes Gun Control
Democrats see the move as a way to regain the majority in both chambers.
California Introduces Limits on Gun Purchases
With Gavin Newsom as the state executive, restrictions that were passed over in previous years see new life.
Open Carry: To Show or Not to Show
Even if going about town with a visible firearm is legal, keep some things in mind when deciding whether to carry openly.
Chicago Anti-Gun Politician Kept Private Arsenal
Alderman Ed Burke, who has openly pushed for firearm restrictions, had dozens of guns in his office.
Fast and Furious Lawsuit Hearing Date Approaches
A case that began with an Obama administration gun-running operation is now about much more.