For years, Gun Owners of America has put out the State of the Second Podcast. They’ve interviewed a ton of people, and a lot of people tune into each episode of the latest and greatest in the Second Amendment world. But there are a lot of people who don’t listen to podcasts all that much. Unfortunately, I tend to be one of them. I listen to some from time to time, but I just don’t have a lot of opportunity to listen unless I just sit down to listen, at which point I start looking…
According to Poland’s ruler, President Karol Nawrocki, the country is in need of nuclear weapons. Citing a perceived “Russian threat”, Nawrocki said that Poland should be developing its own nuclear weapons program. The U.S. and Russia Are Seeking New START Nuclear Treaty Through Diplomacy While speaking to Polsat News on Sunday, Nawrocki said he is a “strong supporter of Poland joining the nuclear project.” “We need to act in this direction so that we can begin work,” the Polish president stated, adding that he does not know whether Warsaw would actually pursue this endeavor. Meanwhile, talk of obtaining nuclear weapons is…
Alabama rigs, also known as A-rigs or umbrella rigs, can seem intimidating if you’ve never thrown one. There are wild wires and blades everywhere, multiple soft plastics, and the thing looks like a chandelier. It certainly doesn’t look like something you just tie on and cast, which is true, but avoiding the A-rig is a big mistake. The fact of the matter is, A-rigs are one of the most effective bass fishing lures ever created. You can slow roll it in deep water, burn it around shallow structure, twitch and pop it, and everything in between. Its versatility and effectiveness…
The Bruen decision was a watershed moment for the American gun rights cause.Finally, the Supreme Court clearly articulated what common-sense Americans already knew: the right to keep and bear arms means that you have a right to have a gun on your person and carry it with you outside of your home. It’s a little disturbing that it took so long (couldn’t they have figured this out in 1803?), but better late than never. More federal courts are finally catching onto what the Framers intended and inscribed in our national charter.This is not the first time…
Apostle Islands National Lakeshore, a series of 21 islands and 12 miles of shoreline in Lake Superior, is one of Wisconsin’s natural gems. If it became a national park, it would be Wisconsin’s first. This week, lawmakers began the process to add the area to the national park system, but the measure is already sparking controversy. Here’s what you need to know. What Is Apostle Islands National Lakeshore? This series of 21 islands along Lake Superior is located in far northeastern Wisconsin, about 80 miles from Duluth, Minn. Highlights of the island include sea caves, sandy beaches, and the biggest…
We’ve reported several times about the onslaught of anti-gun legislation under consideration in Virginia since voters elected Democrat Abigail Spanberger as their new governor. Many of those measures are seeing great success, with the bill banning common semi-automatic firearms and normal capacity magazines already approved by the House of Representatives by a large margin. One egregious measure, however, has already met a timely end. House Bill 207 would have created an entirely new section of Virginia’s tax code dedicated solely to suppressors. If enacted, licensed firearms dealers would have been required to collect a $500 tax on every retail suppressor…
As most gun owners are aware, if you have to provide a reason in order to practice a Constitutionally protected right, that right isn’t very well protected. In fact, it’s more of a privilege than a right. Such has been the case with applications under the National Firearms Act (NFA) where the citizens filling out the application decided to try to explain that concept on Form 1, Box 4 I, a question which many consider to be government overstepping its bounds. That question asks applicants, “Reason for Application” or “Reason for Requesting to Make the Firearm.” The commonly accepted answer…
The question of whether mountain lions should be considered an endangered species in California has been an open debate since 2019. Now, after years of scientific study and back and forth, the matter is resolved. On Feb. 12, the state’s Fish and Game Commission voted unanimously to list mountain lions in the Central Coast and Southern part of the state as endangered. The Petition The issue began in 2019 when the Center for Biological Diversity and Mountain Lion Foundation first petitioned the state to list the animal under the California Endangered Species Act (CESA). The nonprofits cited multiple threats to…
I’ve never been one to make a big deal out of Valentine’s Day, but I can think of about a million things more romantic than going out and protesting ICE with my sweetheart. I can’t imagine that an anti-ICE protest in downtown Indianapolis on Valentine’s Day is going to draw a huge crowd, but its organizers are hoping for a big turnout, include armed demonstrators. If anyone is hoping that the Indianapolis Metropolitan Police Department will be cracking skulls and arresting those who dare exercise their First and Second Amendment rights at the same time,…
This article was originally published by William L. Anderson at The Mises Institute. With the recent news of massive layoffs at the venerable Washington Post, we are hearing from many corners that democracy itself is under siege, the earthquake being the Donald Trump presidency. We already are seeing the narrative forming: the billionaire Jeff Bezos apparently gutting his own newspaper in order to appease the anti-democracy factions of the Trump administration, as decent people look on with horror. Pundits and public intellectuals are having a field day with their post-mortems (no pun intended) of the demise of the newspaper that gave us the famed team Bob…
I recently remarked to someone in the market for one that the high-water mark of the Mercedes Sprinter craze was starting to show, mostly in online second-hand ads. Maybe the luster has begun to dull for some. Or, maybe, it’s the loan come knocking. Last week, I had the opportunity to duck inside something different. The Overlander Campers Ridge XT is the newest offering from Adventurer Manufacturing (the same folks that churn out Scout Campers), and it squares up directly at the to-the-hilt Sprinter builds that clot upcountry arterials from here to Mammoth. From the factory, this rig aims to…
When it comes to the gun debate, there is a divide between rural and urban residents that’s kind of hard to overcome. Urban centers see an awful lot of violent crime. Their newspapers and local TV news are filled with reports of murder and mayhem, making it so the folks there figure they have to do something, and there are plenty of politicians ready to tell them that the problem is the guns. In the rural communities, it’s different. The numbers aren’t remotely the same. Plus, people grow up using guns for hunting, as well…
From puffy jackets that have second lives to wristwatches that track sunlight on other planets, this week’s roundup of the latest gear has it all. It’s not just the wildest tech, though; we’ve got something special for adventurous kiddos, old-school rippers, and folks who just want to sneak in a run before work. Take a peek at the next wave of Emerging Gear! Out of This World Watch (Photo/URWERK) Where to even start with the URWERK UR-100V LS Ceramic watch? At its core, it’s a luxury timepiece with satellite movement — eye-catching but not groundbreaking in and of itself. But once…
The revenue from sales of AR-platform rifle accessories and aftermarket parts could run a small third-world nation. Ever since becoming “America’s Rifle”, the AR-15 has truly become ubiquitous, with a very healthy after-market industry in its wake. One such after-market company is Luth-AR. This Minnesota-based company sells just about anything you need in order to customize your black rifle. From teeny-tiny parts to complete builds, they have what you need. I won’t attempt to list their goods; follow the link above when you have time. I recently read about something they introduced at the SHOT show that piqued my curiosity.…
Editor’s Note: This article was originally published on The Inertia. It was updated with new information on January 26, 2026. According to a Georgetown Law Journal article, “The Perfect Crime,” one can commit felonies “with impunity” in one small area of Yellowstone. That’s because a poorly written law and a clear, but overlooked, Constitutional provision created a singular situation there that some lawmakers have called a loophole. The area’s nickname: the “Yellowstone Zone of Death.” Representative Colin Nash, D-Boise, brought the “lawless” issue before the Idaho state legislature in February 2022. The measure then cleared both chambers and became state…
One of the most important things that gun rights advocates can do is to reach out and join up with other advocates. If nothing else, it reminds us that we’re not alone in the woods, despite the media’s best efforts to make us feel like the odd men and women out. And throughout the nation, there are all kinds of events. SHOT, for example, may be about the outdoor industry, but there’s a lot of advocacy going on there, too. The NRA’s Annual Meeting, Second Amendment Foundation and CCRKBA’s Gun Rights Policy Conference, or GOA’s…
The cost of living crisis is becoming desperate for some people. Many are choosing to forego healthcare and basic necessities, as affordability in the United States continues to plummet. Wages are stagnant, and prices are rising everywhere, making it difficult to afford even the most basic needs to get covered. This isn’t just happening in the U.S. Australia is reporting that many young women are having to skip healthcare in order to pay for things like food or rent, accoridng to a report by ABC Net. A nationwide survey of 5,000 Americans from Talker Research reports 52% now struggle to pay their…
The terms “banned substance” and “Olympics” likely conjure images of performance-enhancing drugs or famous examples of countries tricking anti-doping agencies. At the 2026 Games in Milano–Cortina, however, the illicit substances at the center of a debate have nothing to do with what athletes are putting into their bodies: It’s all about what they’re putting on their skis. PFAS, also called forever chemicals for their inability to break down in nature, are a key component of certain waxes that winter athletes use. And it’s those waxes that have gotten three athletes disqualified from Olympic competition. The Controversy So far in the…
