A Week Of Freedom | September 21 - 25, 2015

posted on September 26, 2015
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We take a fresh look at several anti-gun bad apples in this Week of Freedom.

Why Are New Jersey Gun Permits Being Held Up? How New Jersey is keeping a church pastor effectively disarmed—and his flock potentially defenseless.

Women, Guns And Violent Attackers: Julie Golob gives the straight scoop on women and armed self-defense.

The Armed Citizen® Banks: These individuals survived intense situations at banks with their wits and a handy firearm.

WarriorWire | Marcus Luttrell, LtCol Oliver North and Milwaukee County Sheriff David Clarke: These American warriors tell us why they are “Freedom’s Safest Place.”

Cam's Corner | A Bad Apple At UTEP: One Texas professor says that he’ll ban guns in class regardless of the campus carry law.

No Trace Of Truth | The Inconvenient Truth About Vermont: The Trace is touting a fictional connection between guns and domestic violence in Vermont.

Let’s End The Charade Of Gun-Free Zones: “Gun-free zone” signs mean nothing to criminals intent on causing harm and destruction.

Carry Life | Trigger Press—Too Much, Too Little, Just Right: How light is too light for trigger press weight in a defensive handgun? We take a look.

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Senator Richard Blumenthal Speaking In Front Of The US Capitol, Part Of National Walkout Day (39001230960)
Senator Richard Blumenthal Speaking In Front Of The US Capitol, Part Of National Walkout Day (39001230960)

A Right Delayed is a Right Denied

A usual suspects’ list of anti-gun U.S. senators are backing S.3458, the Background Check Completion Act of 2025.

Gun Owners Paid for This Access

Secretary of the Interior Doug Burgum has made our National Wildlife Refuges presumptively open to hunting and fishing.

The Second Amendment is Under Siege in Virginia

Recent Democratic electoral successes in Virginia, including the election of Gov. Abigail Spanberger (D), means a stronger push for “gun-safety legislation in the 2026 session.”

A No-Nonsense Guide to the Home-Defense Shotgun

There are reasons why the shotgun is a solid choice for home defense: It is fast, powerful and versatile.

A 3D Printed Political Boondoggle

As the New York state legislature session begins, New York Governor Kathy Hochul (D) announced multiple proposals that target the sale/manufacture of 3D-printed guns and gun-related items.

Parting Shot | Hawaii Has Been Called Before the High Court

Once again, the state of Hawaii is attempting to nullify the Second Amendment within its borders.



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