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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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An Unfavorable California Decision that May Later Bear Fruit
On November 30, the Ninth U.S. Circuit Court of Appeals upheld California’s ban on so-called “large-capacity” firearm magazines. In doing so, it reversed earlier rulings that found the restriction unconstitutional.
Trust the Science?
CDC Director Rochelle Walensky announced on CNN that the embattled agency would be getting back into the "gun-research" business. She then claimed, "I'm not here about gun control."
Biden Seeks To Nullify The Second Amendment
On September 21, the Biden Administration filed an amicus brief in the pending U.S. Supreme Court (SCOTUS) case of New York State Rifle & Pistol Association v. Bruen, supporting New York’s draconian and unconstitutional restrictions on the right to bear firearms in public for self-defense.
Gun Skills - Tactics to Clear Houses
Entering a home where you might be facing a threat is very dangerous and should be an absolute last resort, but it's worth practicing.
Gun Review - Kimber R7 Mako
Though Kimber's R7 Mako is late to the micro-compact category, it may outswim the competition.
A Host on “The View” Gets It All Wrong on the Second Amendment
Hollywood elites continue to lecture us about their warped take on our rights.
Shooting Straight with Nick Fairall
Nick Fairall was once an Olympian and ski-jump world competitor. A tragic accident, however, left him without use of his legs. Now he is a serious shooting-sports competitor with a lot to say about the importance of our freedom.
California Grabs Gun-Owners' Data
State lawmakers want to use personal information taken from law-abiding gun owners to create "research" that advocates for more gun bans and restrictions.
The Truth is Out on Constitutional Carry's Impact
When, in 2010, Arizona became the third state in the union to adopt constitutional carry, it was a national story. In 2021, five states were added to the rolls and it barely made the news because the impact has been good.
Second Amendment Censorship
It’s time to investigate the frightening connection between the Biden administration and Big Tech.
The Armed Citizen®
True stories of the right to keep and bear arms.
NRA 150: Making History Today for Future Generations
We’ve covered a great deal of NRA history, but now we need to address making history.
FBI Crime Data Exposes the Anti-Gun Left
It has been difficult for the mainstream media to spin the fact that even as Americans bought more and more guns, the crime rates just kept going down.
Giving Thanks this Thanksgiving: Family, Freedom, the Second Amendment and Hunting
We have much to give thanks for today, particularly the Second Amendment.
Control of the Narrative
In a real scene, you can look around for the truth. This is what we depend on journalists to do. Too often, however, today’s reporters don’t report; they frame fake narratives.
Victory Over A Toxic ATF Nominee Shows NRA’s Continued Strength
The NRA’s opponents can’t seem to decide whether they should still claim the organization “skews the gun debate” by “wielding disproportionate political influence” or instead claim that we’re now in our “death throes.”
President’s Column | Welcome Others To Freedom
As your new NRA president, I want to thank you for the opportunity to serve our Association and protect your right to keep and bear arms.
Standing Guard | The Anti-Gun Crime Wave
As NRA members, you and I share core beliefs and a connection to the fabric of what keeps us free.
Beto O’Rourke’s Anti-gun Gubernatorial Run is Officially Underway
Beto’s anti-gun agenda is taking center stage in his campaign.
These Politicians Want to Weaponize Banks Against Gun Owners
If a number of politicians who are hostile to the Second Amendment get their way, American banks will essentially begin spying on American citizens who buy guns and/or ammunition.