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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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NRA Joins Challenge of Boulder Gun Ban
Colorado city passed a law that calls for a ban on the sale and possession of many semi-automatic rifles and magazines.
NRA Fights N.J. Magazine Confiscation Plan
Law calls for surrender of magazines that hold more than 10 rounds.
Senator Chastises Banks for Second Amendment Stance
Louisiana Republican reminds the public that taxpayers bailed out banks a decade ago, so it’s not their prerogative to disregard gun owners.
Shur Kill Angles in With Realistic Hunting Targets
The company premiered full-color kill-zone hunting simulation targets for gun- and bowhunters.
Tips for Starting to Carry
If you’re new to the concept of carrying a gun, here are some ways to ease into the habit.
Dick’s Disregards Shareholder Concern
Chief Executive Officer Ed Stack apparently holds himself above shareholders in standing by company’s anti-gun stance.
It’s Father’s Day: Let’s Bust Some Clays
The antipathy toward hunting and shooting is jeopardizing a time-honored tradition in America that helps children grow up.
Maluna Coolers Really Are—Cooler That Is
If you didn’t think there was much room for innovation in the high-end cooler market, you’re in for some surprises.
Cheyenne Dalton Discusses Futility of Gun Control
Competitive shooter says more gun restrictions won’t stop crime.
Parkland Student Exposes Failures to Protect Students
Kenneth Preston investigated and revealed some vital shortcomings with the Broward County School District.
Guns in America: Writer Makes a Case
Utah police officer writes op-ed article about the Second Amendment, and it’s worth a read.
Rock Island Severs Ties With Other Auction Sites Over Gun Rights
The firearm auction company announced it has cut ties to uphold Second Amendment rights.
Deerfield Ban on Semi-Automatics is on Hold
Judge issues temporary restraining order days before law was to take effect.
Prince George Plays With Toy Gun—Egads!
A debate erupted on social media after a picture of the 4-year-old playing with a gun made the rounds.
British YouTube Gun Channel Goes Dark
Police had labeled a gun blogger’s channel as a “forum of extremism;” he responds by killing the channel.
Alabama Schools Can Keep Guns at the Ready
Gov. Kay Ivey signs order allowing guns and ammunition to be stored on school grounds.
ZORE Initiates Military, Police Discount
The manufacturer of gun locks will knock off 10 percent for those who wear uniforms.
Google to Ban Gun-Related AdWords
Innocuous words like “scopes” and “sights” will be added to the list of prohibited words in cost-per-click advertisements.
Brownells Loses YouTube Channel Temporarily
Supporters launch social media campaign to pressure the hosting site to restore the channel.
Why the Second Amendment is Important
Part of your job, as supporters of gun rights, is to persuade those who are ambivalent about why the Bill of Rights is key to our way of life. Here are some suggestions on how to do that.