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Not Quite All "The Facts" About the AR-15

3:00pm Thursday, December 05, 2013
Though he didn't get everything right in his article about the AR-15 for Business Insider on November 8, Brian Jones included a number of facts that are beyond dispute. He noted, for example, that the AR-15 is "America's most popular rifle," which is certainly the case, based upon recent firearm manufacturer reports showing that between 300,000 and 500,000 AR-15s are made annually for sale to the...

Choosing and Equipping Your First AR-15 Rifle

7:00am Thursday, December 05, 2013
by Greg Ellifritz One of the most common question I get from readers is "How do I choose the right AR-15 rifle?" The options are overwhelming to many new rifle shooters and lots of folks need some guidance. It really isn't all that hard. Here are some tips to get you set up right and save you some money in the process. Brands If you want an AR-15 don't buy the cheapest rifle you can find. The...

Doing his duty: Man shot trying to retreat from armed robber in Columbus

7:00am Monday, December 02, 2013
by Chad D. Baus During debate on Ohio's original concealed carry law a decade ago, the Ohio State Highway Patrol, controlled by then-Gov. Bob Taft (R), voiced opposition to any law that would allow citizens a legal way to carry a concealed handgun in a motor vehicle. On February 13, 2003, OSHP spokesperson John Born was quoted as saying "We do not want a loaded firearm readily accessible to the...

Thanksgiving: George Washington's 1789 Proclamation

7:00am Thursday, November 28, 2013
Whereas it is the duty of all Nations to acknowledge the providence of Almighty God, to obey his will, to be grateful for his benefits, and humbly to implore his protection and favor -- and whereas both Houses of Congress have by their joint Committee requested me "to recommend to the People of the United States a day of public thanksgiving and prayer to be observed by acknowledging with grateful...

The Lessons of the Sandy Hook Report

7:00am Wednesday, November 27, 2013
Editor's Note: Tactical Defense Institute's John Benner rarely weighs in on issues, leaving that function to others. When John addresses an issue it is noteworthy and well worth the read. This article was originally posted on the TDI Facebook page. Republished with permission. by John Benner The official report from the Connecticut States Attorney's office on the Sandy Hook Elementary School...

HB 203 opponents follow Washington D.C. political consultants' anti-gun playbook to the letter

7:00am Friday, November 22, 2013
by Chad D. Baus Recently, a very interesting document began making its rounds through the gun rights community after having been leaked online. Entitled " Preventing Gun Violence Through Effective Messaging ," it is an 80-page playbook designed to help anti-gun rights extremists learn why they continue to get beat, and how to change their message so as to fool the general public into thinking...

Shelby Co. Sheriff's program arms Sidney teachers; Local police chief "not a fan"

12:00pm Friday, November 15, 2013
by Jim Irvine The Sidney Daily News is reporting that Sidney police chief Will Balling is not a fan of Sidney school staff carrying firearms. There is obvious tension and the issue of guns in schools remains a polarizing topic. Misinformation continues to cloud the discussion. From the article : Balling said he is worried because there is a 70 percent chance that a teacher would miss their target...

Americans Doubt Reliability of 'Smart Guns'; Won’t Buy Them and Oppose Their Mandate, NSSF Poll Finds

7:00am Friday, November 15, 2013
NEWTOWN, Conn. -- By a wide majority, Americans are skeptical of the reliability of technology intended to prevent all but authorized users of a firearm from being able to fire it. They also say overwhelmingly that they would not be likely to buy such a so-called "smart gun" and overwhelmingly oppose any government mandate requiring the use of this technology should it become available. These...

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