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NRA to Biden: You're Failing

NRA to Biden: You're Failing

"Dear Joe Biden, you're failing," opens a recent video in a staunch rebuke of President Joe Biden's (D) previous claims of intending "to defeat the NRA" and thus rip away a civil right. The pushback is needed, as it was Biden who declared war on this association and our freedom. "I pledge ... to defeat the NRA and end the epidemic of gun violence in America," said Biden just before his inauguration in January of 2021. Read More

One Caliber, Many Options – 9mm DISSENT

One Caliber, Many Options – 9mm DISSENT

The ultimate bufferless 9mm AR. Offering 6.5", 10.5", and 16.1" barrel lengths as well as three different lower groups that can accept Glock, P320-style, or AR Conversion magazines, there's no shortage of capability. Seven Cerakote finishes and ZEROED accessories elevate style and functionality. Read More

ON FIRE! Sightmark's new Wraith Mini Thermal Riflescope is a BIG Win!

ON FIRE! Sightmark's new Wraith Mini Thermal Riflescope is a BIG Win!

The Sightmark Wraith Mini 2-16x35 Thermal Riflescope packs serious performance into an ultra-compact design. With a 384x288 microbolometer sensor, <40mK NEDT, 1400-yd detection range, 5-color palettes, built-in video and storage for up to five rifle profiles, When Night Falls, Hogs Fall. Read More

Welcome To American Straight-Pull

Welcome To American Straight-Pull

Experience the natural feel, lightning-fast speed and exceptional accuracy of the all-new IMPULSE. Built here and engineered for the demands of the American shooter — straight-pull action combines the confidence and accuracy of a traditional bolt with the speed of a semi-automatic. The pure movement allows for faster follow-up shots with quicker target reacquisition for instinctive, repeatable accuracy. Read More

Standing Guard | Freedom Is Under Attack From Within

Standing Guard | Freedom Is Under Attack From Within

There was a time in this country when our elected leaders actually cared about protecting the innocent. But today, they don't. Instead, they misuse and abuse the power of their offices to protect criminals. Because public safety isn't their goal. Tearing down freedom and disarming you and me is all they care about. In their warped world, criminals are coddled, not punished. Read More

President's Column | Help NRA Win The War For Self-Defense

President's Column | Help NRA Win The War For Self-Defense

A key truth established by last year's landmark U.S Supreme Court Bruen decision is that the right to bear arms outside the home to protect innocent life was not questioned, let alone prohibited, when the U.S. Constitution and Bill of Rights were written. This was considered the right of all free people. Read More

Some Good News About Suppressors

Some Good News About Suppressors

If you're one of the many buyers whose suppressor or other restricted item is stuck in review limbo, things might be getting better. According to interviews with senior employees at the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives (ATF), the agency is hiring additional staff to help relieve the backlog of forms. Read More

Florida Fights Back Against Woke Governance

Florida Fights Back Against Woke Governance

Florida made headlines when it became the 26th state to pass some form of constitutional carry last month, but the Sunshine State isn't stopping there in its defense of our Second Amendment rights. Gov. Ron DeSantis (R) recently signed into law a bill that explicitly bars financial institutions from "discriminating against customers for their religious, political, or social beliefs ... including owning a firearm." Read More

Meet The New Executive Director

Meet The New Executive Director

As the new NRA-ILA executive director, I am excited about what the future holds for our fight to defend the Second Amendment. By the time you read this column, I will have been the acting executive director since March. But I'm hardly new to the fight, or even to NRA. Read More

First Gear: Must-Haves For Gun Owners

First Gear: Must-Haves For Gun Owners

I say it every time I review a bag, and it's true: on-body carry is better. Even so, a purse offers the most-realistic method of consistent concealed carry for many women. If you're going to carry in a purse, why not get a great-looking one, like this Gun Tote'n Mamas brand snakeskin-embossed leather beauty? Read More

Colt Ford Is NRA Country

Colt Ford Is NRA Country

Colt Ford is a Georgia singer, songwriter, rapper, musician and performer. He's also the co-founder and co-owner of Average Joes Entertainment and is country's preeminent independent maverick. Colt is best known for fusing country and rap genres for a "Hick Hop" sound. Colt doesn't hold back how he feels. Read More

The Armed Citizen® May 12, 2023

The Armed Citizen® May 12, 2023

On the morning of March 1, a 29-year-old man allegedly broke into a home in El Paso, Texas, and shot a dog. A 37-year-old resident returned fire before the perpetrator could do more after which the suspect fled. He was found at a nearby intersection yelling for help and saying that he had been shot, whereupon he was transported to a local hospital. Read More