Why I Always Carry
The tragic shootings in Tucson recently have refueled the debate over so-called “reasonable” gun control measures. Just as predictable, the hyperbole of gun banners is presented as fact by a collusionary media. Emotions run high on both sides of the argument. And while it might satisfy my emotions to counter each bit of the hyperbole, it certainly would not usher the argument to an acceptable conclusion. So, rather than engage in a defensive tit-for-tat that would lend credence to the other side’s exaggerations, I will explain why I almost always have a gun either on my body, or within arm’s reach.
Gun Control in the 1750s
Many of us feel that gun control began as a 20th century issue. However, I attended a lecture today at the Buffalo Bill Historical Center in Cody, Wyo. that put forth a different perspective.
Does England Have a Lower Violent Crime Rate?
Whether we like it or not, gun control has re-emerged as a hot button political and social issue in the U.S. A lot of so-called truths are being thrown around by everyone with access to a microphone, but what are the facts?
89 Percent of NRA Members Oppose a Semi-Auto Ban
Think the national news media reports the truth? Think again. For weeks now, gun-control advocates have claimed data they have collected indicate a majority of NRA members support an assault-weapon ban.
Do NRA Members Support an "Assault Weapon" Ban?
When data from a Bloomberg-funded poll suggests NRA members are against guns, it's time to investigate.
Does the AARP Still Want Your Guns?
AARP has provided services and benefits to people 50 and older for more than half a century, and has 40 million members—but is it anti-gun?
Waterfowl and Bird Conservation Groups That Support Gun Rights
For the most part, waterfowl and upland bird conservation groups leave defending the Second Amendment to the National Rifle Association. There are a variety of reasons they do so, but these are no longer ordinary times for gun rights.
Perazzi Victim of “Terrorist” Hoax
We don’t yet know who’s responsible. We don’t yet know the motive. But someone tried to report that a Daniele Perazzi—allegedly president of the famous shotgun maker and the grandson of its founder—as a terrorist.
Trapping in the Land Between
Gene Garrett's passion is suburban trapping, and as it's becoming a more popular and lucrative pastime he shares his knowledge with the next generation.
Bloomberg Wages War on NRA
Former New York City Mayor Michael Bloomberg will spend $50 million to spread his gun-control agenda across the country with his newly formed group, Everytown for Gun Safety.
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