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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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From The Editor | Bloomberg’s Big Lie On Campus Carry
Campus carry laws do not permit 18-year-olds to walk around with a gun in one hand and a beer in the other.
When You’re Forced To Drop Your Rights Off At The Door …
LaSorte looks at local officials who wrongly believe that a “No Guns” sign makes everyone safe.
Moms Demand Action’s “Game Changer” Fundraiser Has Raised $657
Moms Demand Action’s Shannon Watts claims that a new fundraising scheme will turn NRA tweets into cash for her gun-control efforts.
Jewelry Store Owner Kills Robber Who Was Also Murder Suspect
Keon Bailey had been paroled from California state prison on Feb. 18.
An Anti-Gun Study So Bad, Even Anti-Gunners Attack It
The Boston University study claims that of the 25 gun-control laws examined, nine decreased gun deaths and nine actually increased gun deaths.
First Gear | Re-Finish, Re-Fit, Re-Manufacture, Re-Etc.
It’s “Re” day in First Gear: Re-finish, re-barrel and re-manufacture.
Chatterday | March 12, 2016
A collection of quotes from this week's Tower of 2A Babble.
A Week Of Freedom | March 7 - 11, 2016
Check out the top stories from this week on America's 1st Freedom.
Hillary Challenges NRA In North Carolina
Democratic presidential front-runner Hillary Clinton once again made it clear who she thinks is America’s biggest problem—the 5 million members of the National Rifle Association.
Missouri “Permitless” Carry Legislation Needs Support
NRA’s Institute for Legislative Action is calling on Missouri gun owners to voice their support for the “permitless” concealed-carry legislation currently under consideration in the state legislature.
The Professor Is Coming! The Professor Is Coming!
In the home of the Shot Heard ’Round The World, a Harvard prof wants to confiscate arms.
Exercise Your Freedom | Active Shooter Response Training
Workplaces that are actually safe—what a concept.
Supreme Court Justice Thomas Breaks 10-Year Silence To Question Gun Ban
We suspect Justice Scalia would have approved.
Sen. Markey Brags That Hillary Will Finish Off The NRA
Sen. Ed Markey, D-Mass., said something that will likely challenge America’s law-abiding gun owners to work harder than ever to defeat her.
Pro-Gun Road Signs Attract Widespread Support, New Residents
A small Idaho town announced it would erect signs at all five entrances of the town reading, “Welcome to Greenleaf. This is not a gun-free zone.”
Could Michael Bloomberg Really Be Our Next President?
As Michael Bloomberg considers a presidential run, gun owners could face yet a third gun-ban candidate.
Cam’s Corner | Why I Can’t Stomach The Oscars
Cam Edwards takes a look at the hypocritical entertainers at this year’s Oscars.
Virginia Reinstates, Expands Concealed-Carry Reciprocity
Virginia political leaders have reached an agreement that will restore and promote concealed-carry reciprocity for permit holders in the commonwealth and around the country.
Iowa House Bill Expands Supervised Gun Use To Children
The NRA-supported legislation now faces a difficult road ahead in the Senate Judiciary.
Pandora’s Box: Connecticut Lawsuit Seeks To Expose Gun Industry To Crippling Litigation
A new and absurd legal theory threatens your Second Amendment rights.