Author: Gunner Quinn
The Georgia Supreme Court is currently deliberating on the constitutionality of state laws that prohibit individuals under 21 from carrying firearms in public. This case, brought by a 20-year-old man who was denied a gun carry license, challenges the long-held belief that age-based restrictions are part of Georgia’s constitutional rights to regulate firearms. During the hearing, arguments centered on interpreting the Second Amendment and its implications for personal liberties. The plaintiff’s attorney contends that historical precedents for restricting gun rights no longer apply, suggesting that stricter scrutiny should be adopted in evaluating such laws. The justices have yet to rule…
The U.S. Supreme Court has declined to block Illinois’ ban on assault weapons and high-capacity magazines, maintaining the state’s stricter gun control measures enacted following a tragic mass shooting in Highland Park. Gun rights advocates, including a local firearm store owner, had petitioned for an emergency ruling claiming the law infringes upon their Second Amendment rights, but the Court’s brief decision leaves the bans intact for now. This ruling comes as Illinois’ new laws include significant penalties for the manufacture and sale of certain firearms and accessories. As the legal battle continues in lower courts, the plaintiffs express their intention…
On April 15, Carbon County Republican Rep. Doyle Heffley will host a concealed carry and castle doctrine seminar at the Bowmanstown Rod and Gun Club. This educational event aims to provide individuals with crucial insights into gun safety and legality, catering to those interested in responsible firearm ownership. Attendees will have the opportunity to learn about Pennsylvania’s laws regarding concealed carry as well as fundamental gun safety practices. With increasing discussions around personal safety and self-defense, this seminar offers a timely chance for community members to engage with experts and enhance their knowledge. Read full story at www.wfmz.com Read the…
The “Guns to Garden Tools” ceremony in Tulsa, Oklahoma, offers a unique and emotional tribute to individuals impacted by gun violence. Hosted by the Tulsa Metropolitan Ministry, the event allows community members to turn in firearms, which are then smelted into garden tools as a symbol of transformation and healing. This year’s ceremony featured poignant tributes, including a mother who honored her son Aiden, who died from a stray bullet. “I think that physical things have meanings,” she said after striking a gun with a hammer, expressing a cathartic release through the act. The event not only addresses the grim…
Two researchers from Philadelphia express grave concerns about potential federal funding cuts that could severely impact ongoing efforts to prevent gun violence in the city. Jessica Beard and her team underscore that financial support is crucial for their research and intervention programs, which aim to address escalating violence rates affecting local communities. The anticipated reductions in federal dollars come at a critical time, as they believe these resources are vital for implementing effective strategies against gun-related incidents. Their call to action highlights the urgent need for continued investment in public health initiatives, particularly as Philadelphia grapples with rising violence statistics…
The Tennessee House and Senate prepare to debate significant legislation that aims to protect manufacturers and sellers of firearms and body armor from civil lawsuits related to criminal misuse. Sponsored by Rep. Monty Fritts and Sen. Joey Hensley, the proposed bills seek to limit the liability of these companies while expanding the definition of qualified products to include items such as knives and stun guns. Highlighting the economic importance of the firearms industry in Tennessee, which has nearly 8,000 jobs in the sector, Fritts argues the legislation is crucial in responding to lawsuits like the one filed by Mexico against…
Even though 250 years have elapsed since the fateful first shots of the American Revolution—fired on April 19, 1775—there are still pieces of evidence remaining from the day’s fighting. In Bullet Strikes From The First Day Of The American Revolution, authors Joel Bohy and Douglas Scott provide tantalizing insights gleaned from a comprehensive study of surviving structures and artifacts struck by gunfire during the fighting in and around the towns of Lexington and Concord. For those interested in 18th century arms, the book is an especially rich trove of data on the actual firearms used during the fighting. Following a…
From 2011-style handguns to bullpup rifles, Springfield Armory is not a company to shy away from a new product category. Its next foray is into the world of “PDW” (personal defense weapon) large-format handguns with the new-for-2025 Kuna. The Springfield Armory Kuna is a large-format handgun chambered in 9 mm Luger. The Kuna is a semi-automatic handgun chambered for 9 mm Luger. It utilizes a roller-delayed blowback action that uses a single, vertical roller. The pistol has an upper receiver and handguard machined from aluminum and given an anodized finish. The lower is reinforced polymer with a removable AR-pattern grip.…
This week Reid and Dan host ACM and CMA winning artist, Jon Pardi, out in God’s Country. Jon dives in on growing up in Northern California and what the outdoors looked like for him there. He shares why bow-hunting is not his preference and why he thinks the state of California gets a bad wrap, when it’s actually one of the most beautiful places in the country. The guys dive in on how touring artists are not making near the money you think they are and Jon shares the importance of supporting songwriters in Nashville. The episode ends with a…
The 16th and 17th amendments failed ratification for a number of reasons which include lack of ratification by several states, several states that changed the wording of the amendment and sent back an amendment that was different from that which congress sent forth, and one oddity: Ohio. Ohio was not admitted into the union until the 1950s since they never sent their formal acceptance of statehood until then; it seems somehow the paperwork was lost in the process and never sent to Congress. Therefore, it was not possible for Ohio to vote since it was actually still a territory at…