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Joe Biden Continues To Push For an Assault Weapons Ban, and It’s a Sign of Concern For Private Gun Owners Everywhere (Guest: Stephen Willeford)

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President Joe Biden has been pushing for a full-on ban of assault weapons for several weeks now – and he’s showing no signs of slowing down. During a recent multi-state push heading into the Labor Day weekend, Biden made it clear that a ban is the answer. “I’m determined to ban assault weapons in this country,” he noted. “I did it once before and we will do it again.” He also noted, “If we elect more … Read more

Gun Manufacturers Moving To More Supportive States Should Serve As a Warning Call To States Setting Up Restrictive Gun Laws (Guest: Stephen Willeford)

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Various states are starting to put restrictive gun laws in place, either banning assault rifles entirely or putting together rules that will make it tougher to own one. While this may look good for anti-gun advocates, it could spell bad news for the states when it comes to business. That’s because, according to this report from The Washington Post, at least 20 firearms, ammunitions and gun accessory companies are shifting production, and even their entire headquarters, from … Read more

Has the ATF Gone Too Far When It Comes To Private Gun Owners? (Guest: Stephen Willeford)

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Though most of Congress’ laws seem to protect gun owners, some believe that the ATF – the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives – could have its own agenda when it comes to how it deals with private gun owners. Reports indicate that the group recently admitted that it was working on compiling approximately one billion records on gun owners, and even went as far as to harass certain private gun owners in an … Read more

There’s an Argument To Be Made About the Effectiveness of Concealed-Carry Against Active Shooter Events (Guest: Stephen Willeford)

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Yet another incident shows just how much one person can make a difference in stopping an active shooter event. On August 7th, a 32-year old legally-armed private citizen managed to thwart a 22-year old active shooter before he could cause harm to other people in West Palm Beach, Florida. The man was ready to shoot a short-barreled rifle on a fighting crowd when he was thwarted by the citizen. What’s more, the citizen, after thwarting … Read more

A Liquor Store Owner’s Heroic Actions Go a Long Way In Showing Off the Power of Concealed-Carry (Guest: Stephen Willeford)

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In the midst of discussions about potentially banning assault weaponry, a recent incident has made a clear argument about the power of concealed-carry amongst private citizens. With this particular case, 80-year old liquor store owner Craig Cope, who is being hailed as a hero by the local community following his actions against recent robbers. When four criminals attempted to rob his store, Cope fought back, hitting one with a shotgun blast and sending the group … Read more

The US House of Representatives’ Tentative Ban On Assault Rifles Leaves a Number of Questions For Private Citizens (Guest: Stephen Willeford)

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Just right before the weekend, the U.S. House of Representatives passed a bill to ban assault weapons for the first time in decades, following arguments surrounding several active shooter events over the past few weeks. The vote ended up being very close, going 217 to 213 with Democrats and some Republicans voting in favor of the bill. Now it’s a matter of seeing what kind of traction it makes within the Senate. Despite the good … Read more

Mississippi’s School District Just Changed a Long-Standing Policy That Could Go a Long Way In Protection Through Concealed-Carry (Guest: Stephen Willeford)

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A change to a long-standing internal policy in Mississippi could send ripples in how schools will protect themselves with more protectors capable of concealed-carry. Last week, the Mississippi Board of Education voted to change a policy that has been in effect for over three decades. Previously, it only allowed law enforcement to carry guns on public school grounds. However, with the change, it also covers those that are licensed for concealed-carry. “A school district may, … Read more

Good Samaritan Steps Up In Indiana Shooting Incident, Showing That Concealed-Carry Can Be Quite Effective (Guest: Stephen Willeford)

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At a time when many within the government are seeking a solution to active shooter events, one may have presented itself recently in Indiana. During a recent shooting event where three people were killed, a 22-year old legally carrying a firearm stopped the gunman before he could inflict further harm. “The real hero of the day is the citizen that was lawfully carrying a firearm in that food court and was able to stop the … Read more

Governor Gavin Newsom’s New Law Will Punish “Irresponsible Gun Makers,” But Could It Also Hurt Sellers and Consumers? (Guest: Stephen Willeford)

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With the rise in active shooting events over the past year, California isn’t wasting any time trying to turn the tables on illegal gun makers. Governor Gavin Newsom recently signed a new California law that allows local governments and Californians alike to sue gun makers. This comes into contrast with the Protection of Lawful Commerce In Arms Act signed by Congress in 2005, which shields gun manufacturers from civil suits. “Gun violence is now the … Read more

A Violent Fourth of July Weekend Has Resulted In 220 Deaths and 570 Injuries (Guest: Stephen Willeford)

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A new report from the Gun Violence Archive has revealed that, during last week’s Fourth of July weekend, there were a large number of deaths and injuries due to shootings. According to the report, a total of at least 220 people were killed, while 570 were wounded. It also notes 500 “instances of shootings” over the course of the four day weekend. Out of those, at least 11 were classified as active shooter events. These numbers were … Read more

The Supreme Court Has Knocked Down New York’s Concealed-Carry Gun Law, Allowing Citizens To Defend Themselves (Guest: Stephen Willeford)

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Despite New York City Mayor Eric Adams’ objection to it, the Supreme Court opted to move forward with declaring New York’s concealed-carry gun law illegal. The Supreme Court voted 6-3 to striking down the law, continuing its run of Second Amendment-themed protections. As a result, many believe that this could help provide better protections for those looking to own guns. Through the Amendment, the court decided to protect the “individual right to possess and carry … Read more

Potential “Alarmed” Reaction To Pending Supreme Court Rule Over Easing Up On Concealed Weapons Rule Leaves Questions Over What Kind of Protection They’re Looking For (Guest: Stephen Willeford)

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The Supreme Court is taking a close look at providing less restrictions on concealed weapons, in an effort to provide certain citizens protection against mass shooters. But not everyone seems keen on the idea of passing such a law. Eric Adams, who currently serves as mayor of New York, believes that lightening up on such restrictions is a disaster in the making. Speaking with the New York Daily News, he explained, “It keeps me up at night. … Read more

Matthew McConaughey’s Pleas To U.S. Lawmakers On Gun Control Do Say a Bit – But What Will Happen Now? (Guest: Stephen Willeford)

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Just days following the deadly Uvalde, Texas shooting that resulted in the deaths of 19 students, one grandmother and two teachers, actor Matthew McConaughey decided to speak directly to Congress during an appearance at the White House this week. In his speech, McConaughey, who owns several guns himself, pleaded with Congress to “reach a higher ground” when it comes to gun legislation. “We want secure and safe schools and we want gun laws that won’t … Read more

President Joe Biden Demands Action on Assault Rifles, But Is It the Definitive Solution? (Guest: Stephen Willeford)

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Following yet another shooting this week in Tulsa that resulted in the death of five people, President Joe Biden has decided enough is enough when it comes to gun violence in the United States, calling for a full-on ban of so-called assault weapons. “For God’s sake, how much more carnage are we willing to accept?” Biden asked during his plea, calling for multiple measures opposed by many in Congress that would stop the sale of … Read more

A New Gun Control Legislation Measure Could Be Voted On This Week – But How Much Will It Infringe On the Rights of Gun Owners? (Guest: Stephen Willeford)

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A new report from CNN indicates that the House Judiciary Committee is preparing to vote on a new gun control legislation bill as soon as this week, in the wake of the deadly Uvalde school shooting that left 19 students and two teachers dead. In the measure, according to the report notes, the lawful age to purchase a semiautomatic rifle would rise from 18 to 21. Furthermore, it would introduce a potential penalty for those that … Read more

TOPIC: CAN WE PREVENT MASS SHOOTINGS IN THE FUTURE?  (Guest: Stephen Willeford)

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Just days after a tragic shooting in a Buffalo supermarket, another terrifying incident has taken place, this time at an elementary school in Uvalde, Texas. Two days before the beginning of summer break, an 18-year-old armed with a pistol and rifle walked into the school, opening fire, killing 18 students and a teacher. The suspect, who killed his grandmother earlier, was killed after attempting to fire upon enforcement officers, hitting two but leaving them with … Read more

Mass Shooting in Uvalde, Texas Elementary School Leaves 21 Dead. Time to consider Constitutional Carry (Guest: Stephen Willeford, hero who stopped Sutherland, TX shooting)

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Just mere days after a tragic shooting in a Buffalo supermarket, another terrifying incident has taken place, this time at an elementary school in Uvalde, Texas. Two days before the beginning of summer break, an 18-year old armed with a pistol and rifle walked into the school, opening fire and killing 18 students and one teacher, along with his grandmother. The suspect was killed after attempting to fire upon enforcement officers, hitting two but leaving … Read more

A Bear Attack In a Wisconsin Couple’s Home Speaks Clearly About Why More People Should Have Guns For Safety (Guest: Stephen Willeford)

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A couple living in Wisconsin got the scare of their lives over the weekend when a bear attacked them inside their home over the weekend. Fortunately, they were able to hold off its advances and protect their children, killing it with a gun before more damage could be done. The bear was seen digging inside the couple’s bird feeder outside. When they yelled at it to “go away,” it instead charged through their home, attacking … Read more

Buffalo Mass Shooting Interview op’ w. Stephen Willeford, the man who stopped the Sutherland Springs, Texas Mass Shooting Assailant

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Gun Owners of America (GOA) spokesman Stephen Willeford is available for Talk Show interviews on the Buffalo, NY mass shooting, leaving 10 people dead, and this statement: “We all mourn the senseless deaths of Americans due to the hatred of this murderous individual. Unfortunately, politicians at the state and federal levels quickly jumped to the conclusion that more gun control would have prevented this act or others like it from happening in the future, without … Read more

Russian atrocities in Ukraine prove the need for an armed populace Guests: SAF

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  Newly-revealed Russian outrages, including the attacks on a maternity hospital and innocent women and children, further reinforce the necessity for all European nations to have an armed and trained populace. That’s according to our guest from the 2nd Amendment Foundation.   Q&A:   Several news agencies are reporting barbaric attacks against Ukraine by Russia, which should erase any doubt about the intent of the Russian invaders, including shelling a maternity home. So what do we … Read more

TOPIC: Bill to Eliminate Permit to Carry Concealed Pistols Guests: SAF

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  Another state has eliminated the requirement for a permit to carry a pistol. New Alabama Governor Kay Ivey has signed a constitutional carry bill into law.   When the law goes into effect, it will make Alabama the 22nd constitutional carry state.   Giving us more details is a spokesperson from the Second Amendment Foundation.   Q&A:   Did the move by Alabama to allow pistols to be carried without a permit come as a … Read more

TOPIC: Ukraine has a fighting chance due to armed citizenry Guests: SAF

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  One thing that has helped turn the corner for the citizens of Ukraine is their government’s reversal, now offering them the right to private gun ownership. What kind of guns do Ukrainians have, and how are their chances against Russian troops? Helping us answer these questions and more is a representative of the Second Amendment Foundation.   Q&A:   Until recently, gun ownership for Ukrainian citizens had been strictly regulated. What changed? Answer: Russian … Read more

TOPIC: First-time gun ownership surges in 2021 – significantly among women and minorities Guests: Second Amendment Foundation

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  TOPIC: First-time gun ownership surges in 2021 – significantly among women and minorities   Americans see the thin blue line of law enforcement stretched thin and are being more proactive than ever about their personal safety. With rampant crime as the top issue for Americans in 2022 new data shows that 5.4 million Americans or about 30% of gun purchasers were first-time buyers in 2021.   Covid has triggered a surge in new gun ownership a new … Read more

Armed Citizens Aided Wounded Lawmen, so what do liberal lawmakers do? Guests: Second Amendment Foundation

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They push for MORE Gun Control! Heroic armed citizens aided wounded lawmen in Washington State. Upon discovery of this remarkably successful use of 2nd Amendment rights, what do you suppose the response was from liberal lawmakers? A medal of honor? A reward? No! They proposed MORE gun control! That way, next time cops might not have a fighting chance. Joining us in this discussion is an outraged representative from The Second Amendment Foundation. Q&A: Did we hear this … Read more

POLL: THE MAJORITY OF PEOPLE WANT ENFORCEMENT OF GUN LAWS, NOT NEW ONES Guests: Second Amendment Foundation

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  Suggested introduction: A new Rasmussen poll on guns shows that the majority of Americans think we should enforce existing laws, not enact new ones.   This survey shows the widening chasm between the Biden administration and the public it serves.   According to Rasmussen, 63 percent of American adults “believe the United States needs stricter enforcement of existing gun control laws.” In comparison, only 28 percent disagree, constituting a better than 2-to-1 margin against … Read more

State Senator Filed a Bill Requiring Safety Training for Movie Actors 

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Gun Training

Guests available to interview from 2nd Amendment Foundation: Dave Workman, Cam Edwards, Lee Williams, Chris Cheng, Stephen Willeford, Mark Walters, or Alan Gottlieb. Either complete the Online Guest Booking Form …or contact Celinda Hawkins (432) 349-2736 cemison@gmail.com or jerry.specialguests@gmail.com 400 Other Interview Guests and Topics

New law forces gun owners to carry liability insurance

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Gun Safety

Topic: Reference: https://www.cnn.com/2022/01/26/us/san-jose-gun-law-wednesday/index.html/ Second Amendment Foundation spokesperson available to be your guest: ABOUT CAM EDWARDS (In Eastern Time) Cam Edwards is the editor at Bearing Arms-dot-com and hosts the popular podcast Cam & Company that focuses on Second Amendment news and information. Cam is originally from Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, and has worked in radio, television, and online media for over two decades. He currently lives on a small farm with his family near Farmville, Virginia, and … Read more

Heroic Armed Citizens Shoot and Kill Carjackers in Philly – Interview opportunity from Special Guests: Second Amendment Foundation

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Heroic Armed Citizens Shoot and Kill Carjackers in Philly Headline: Heroic Armed Citizens Shoot and Kill Carjackers in Philadelphia– I Bet you didn’t see this heroic act covered by mainstream media. Three would-be carjackers were killed by two armed citizens in two different Philadelphia incidents. Were they justified in administering lethal force in a matter that was mere theft? Or were they overreaching vigilantes who deserve punishment? Joining us in this discussion is a spokesperson … Read more

Biden’s Year-end Poll numbers explain strong gun sales in 2021 Guests: Second Amendment Foundation

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A new Rasmussen poll shows Joe Biden has lost ground among likely U.S. voters for his handling of crime and law enforcement issues. The Second Amendment Foundation says this helps explain the continued interest in private gun ownership. Joining us in this discussion is ________________ (pick from list of guests below). Talking points: According to Rasmussen’s survey, 51 percent of likely voters give Biden a poor rating for his ability to handle rising crime. Back … Read more

Court Bans High-Capacity Magazines for Guns Guests: Second Amendment Foundation

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  A federal appeals court has, as expected, upheld California’s ban on original capacity magazines for rifles and pistols. Gun rights advocates expect this case to be appealed to the U.S. Supreme Court. Joining us in this discussion is a spokesperson from the 2nd Amendment Foundation.   Questions: Why is it important for so-called “high-capacity” magazines to be protected by the Second Amendment? Does anyone use the so-called high-capacity magazines for hunting deer? How many rounds are in … Read more

Beto O’Rourke sticks by his gun-grabbing Guests: Second Amendment Foundation

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  Everytown for Gun Safety, the gun prohibition lobbying group created and supported by anti-gun billionaire Michael Bloomberg, asks recipients of an email blast sent Friday to answer three questions and help “put an end to the NRA.”   Everytown, like the establishment media, seems locked forever in the mindset that the National Rifle Association is the only gun rights organization on the landscape. In reality, if the NRA suddenly disappears, other gun groups are … Read more

Bloomberg’s 3-point Plan to Disband the NRA

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  2nd Amendment guests available to discuss this topic, below:   Everytown for Gun Safety, the gun prohibition lobbying group created and supported by anti-gun billionaire Michael Bloomberg, asks recipients of an email blast sent Friday to answer three questions and help “put an end to the NRA.”   Everytown, like the establishment media, seems locked forever in the mindset that the National Rifle Association is the only gun rights organization on the landscape. In … Read more

Rittenhouse testifies he defended himself during emotional testimony Guests: Second Amendment Foundation

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KENOSHA, Wisc. – After an emotional day of testimony and a call for a mistrial in Kyle Rittenhouse’s murder trial, his defense attorneys will call more witnesses, including a use-of-force expert, to the stand Thursday to build their self-defense case. Rittenhouse, 18, is charged with killing two people and wounding a third during violent protests in August 2020 in Kenosha, Wisconsin, after a white police officer shot Jacob Blake, a Black man. Rittenhouse testified Wednesday, at times breaking down in tears, as … Read more

Gun group chairman places blame for fatal movie shooting on Alec Baldwin GUESTS: SAF

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Days after the fatal on-set shooting of cinematographer Halyna Hutchins and wounding of film director Joel Souza in what has been called a “tragedy” involving actor/producer Alec Baldwin, the Citizens Committee for the Right to Keep and Bear Arms is blaming the actor’s negligence rather than the firearm. Alan Gottlieb is the group’s chairman and has much to share about gun safety and where the blame lies here. CCRKBA Chairman Alan Gottlieb says Baldwin, who has previously … Read more

TOPIC: Supreme Court Takes Up Major Gun Rights Case Guests: Second Amendment Foundation

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  “Gun rights will now be back on the Supreme Court docket today and every gun owner in America will be watching this high stakes game that would allow Americans the right to carry pistols in public places!” states SAF founder and Executive Vice President Alan Gottlieb. The challenge is to a restrictive New York state permit law—similar to seven other states—requiring most applicants to demonstrate “proper cause” to receive licenses for a concealed handgun in public. With … Read more

Thin Blue Line Gets Thinner; “Be Prepared to Defend Yourself” – 2nd Amendment Foundation guests

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With Vax Mandates, people will need guns when a cop is unavailable! A growing number of police officers are declining vaccines. Soon The Thin Blue line will get thinner. With fewer cops on the streets, citizens will have to defend themselves. That’s according to a recent Ammoland article by Dave Workman. So will our roads and taverns begin to look and feel like the wild, wild west? Helping answer that question is 2nd Amendment Foundation … Read more

Anarchy Timebomb Looming as Chicago Police Resist Vax Mandate

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  Suggested host intro: Nearly 640 people have been murdered so far this year in Chicago, triggering a showdown between Mayor Lori Lightfoot and Fraternal Order of Police President John Catanzara over mandated vaccines, according to Guns in the News. https://gunsinthenews.com/chicago-timebomb-anarchy-looming-as-fop-resists-vax-mandate/ Is the Windy City about to descend into anarchy as police officers resist the jab? Will Mayor Lightfoot dare to fire thousands of cops, allowing street gangs to police themselves? Joining us to discuss this … Read more

Gun Control Hub Washington State Shows Sharp Spike in Violent Crime

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Second Amendment Foundation guests are available on the following topic from Ammoland Magazine: King County, Washington is the hub of gun control extremism in the Pacific Northwest and by no small coincidence, according to new violent crime data released by County Prosecutor Dan Satterberg’s office, it is also seeing a “sharp spike” in gun-related violence. Almost immediately after the announcement, the Citizens Committee for the Right to Keep and Bear Arms, which is headquartered in King County, came out swinging. … Read more

Concealed Carry Gun Permits are Soaring!

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Over 21.5 Million Active Permits The Supreme Court of the United States has set Wednesday, Nov. 3, 2021 as the date it will hear the long-awaited gun-rights case. New York State Rifle & Pistol Association v. Bruen challenges the Empire State’s “good cause.” This landmark case pertains to the requirement for anyone seeking a license to carry a firearm outside the home for personal protection.   Meanwhile, the number of active concealed carry licenses and permits in the U.S. … Read more

Court orders California to pay $151,000 in legal fees for violating gun rights

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  The California Department of Justice has announced the dates when it will re-open registration of so-called “assault weapons” required by a federal court as a result of the successful Second Amendment Foundation lawsuit in the case of Sharp v. Becerra. The court also ordered the State of California to pay $151,821.42 in legal fees to the plaintiffs.  California owners of affected firearms may complete the registration process during a 90-day period running from January … Read more

Big Pro-gun Rights win!

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Biden withdraws David Chipman to head BATF 2nd Amendment Rights supporters are celebrating Biden’s withdrawal of anti-gun lobbyist David Chipman to head the federal Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives. Discussing this matter is a spokesman from 2nd Amendment Foundation. Q&A: 1)     What makes the withdrawal of David Chipman from consideration to head the BATF such a victory for gun rights, and a defeat for the gun prohibition lobby and Joe Biden? (open ended answer) 2)     Did anyone … Read more

New gun laws in effect in Texas – Permitless carry is number one

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Second Amendment Foundation representatives weigh in When a new round of laws goes into effect on Sept. 1, Texas will officially become a “Second Amendment sanctuary.” That’s one piece of a GOP-led effort to limit firearm restrictions and expand gun access in the state. While permitless carry was the highest profile gun bill to cross Gov. Greg Abbott’s desk during the 2021 legislative session, more than a dozen others received his signature. Most loosen or limit firearm … Read more

Taliban Confiscating Guns in Afghanistan.

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 The Supreme Court of the United States has set Wednesday, Nov. 3 as the date it will hear the long-awaited case of New York State Rifle & Pistol Association v. Bruen, which challenges the Empire State’s “good cause” requirement for anyone seeking a license to carry a firearm outside the home for personal protection. Reports from Afghanistan have revealed the Taliban has been confiscating privately-held firearms on the grounds that people don’t need them for safety. Sound familiar? … Read more

Supreme Court to Hear NY Gun Case

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The Supreme Court of the United States has set Wednesday, Nov. 3 as the date it will hear the long-awaited case of New York State Rifle & Pistol Association v. Bruen, which challenges the Empire State’s “good cause” requirement for anyone seeking a license to carry a firearm outside the home for personal protection. The case was originally called New York State Rifle & Pistol Association v. Corlett, and many people continue to call it that today. This could be the landmark … Read more

Mexican Government Sues U.S. Gun Makers over Cartel Crime

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IS IT REASONABLE TO SUGGEST AMERICAN GUN MANUFACTURERS ARE RESPONSIBLE FOR CARTEL CRIMES IN MEXICO? The Mexican government sued several major U.S.-based gun manufacturers, alleging that lax controls contribute to the illegal flow of weapons over the border. The unusual suit — filed in U.S. federal court in Boston — seeks unspecified financial compensation from the companies but does not target the U.S. government. Mexican authorities argue that American-made weapons have fueled an explosion in … Read more

Seattle Mayor has 2nd Thoughts on Defunding Police

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2nd Amendment Foundation spokespersons are available to discuss this article wherein outgoing Seattle Mayor seems to have second thoughts on Seattle’s so-called Summer of Love with the mantra of defunding the police. Did Outgoing Seattle Mayor Experience Epiphany, or ‘Well, DUH’ Moment? By Dave Workman, 2nd Amendment Foundation Seattle Mayor Jenny Durkan has pointed a finger at “city leaders” whose rhetoric and actions have resulted in the city becoming a “no man’s land” according to a Seattle Times … Read more

Court overturns Gun Ban to 18 to 20-year-olds

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Court overturns Gun Ban to 18 to 20-year-olds The Second Amendment Foundation said this week’s ruling by the Fourth Circuit Court of Appeals declaring the ban on handgun sales to young adults in the 18-20-year age group to be unconstitutional is a “monumental victory for Second Amendment rights.” Judge Julius N. Richardson, writing for the majority, observed, “Looking through this historical lens to the text and structure of the Constitution reveals that 18- to 20-year-olds … Read more

Cuomo Emergency Order Blames Guns for his Incompetence

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New York Gov. Andrew Cuomo’s declaration of a “disaster emergency on gun violence” is a desperate attempt to shift blame to guns and the firearms industry to mask his own incompetence in dealing with rising crime in the Empire State, the Citizens Committee for the Right to Keep and Bear Arms said today. Cuomo announced his “emergency” after 51 people were shot across the state over the July 4 holiday weekend, including 26 in just … Read more

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