Are we there yet? Have we finally reached the point where we can stop pretending that gun-free zones are actually free of guns — or that they keep anyone safer? In fact, it’s quite the opposite. Time and again both mass shooters and armed criminals alike have shown their preference in selecting gun-free zones as… Read More »Opinion: Missouri’s ‘gun-free zones’ deny rights to transit riders
BY: Cheryl Todd, featured in Arizona Free News When tragedy strikes, politicians often rush to draft new laws to show that they are taking action in the wake of public outcry. But in the haste to “do something,” proposed solutions can actually have the opposite effect and make us less safe. They limit the ability… Read More »Op-Ed: To Curb Violence, Let’s Educate – Not Legislate
BY: Taren Darr, featured in Human Events. As a single mother of three, “Back to School” is equal parts exhilarating and overwhelming. While excited to have my kids back in the classroom after a hot and adventure-filled summer, purchasing new notebooks, pens, binders, and papers – not to mention school appropriate attire and uniforms –… Read More »Op-Ed: ‘Back to school’ should include a safety check
BY: Tracey Smith, featured in The Times Daily. I remember it all so clearly. It was a Tuesday morning and I laced up my shoes and started running. An avid runner, this was my morning routine- 6 miles on a winding sidewalk that cut through town and residential areas along the way. It was just… Read More »Op-Ed: Permitless carry is a lifesaving measure
Like many South Carolinians, I was reminded of the importance of our Second Amendment rights when COVID-19 hit our shores. This worldwide crisis exposed the fragility of liberty and our personal safety. In fact, those threats to our freedom and well-being inspired me to stand up and advocate for the Second Amendment as Women for… Read More »Op-Ed: Data is clear: Permitless carry keeps us safe
The following Op-Ed was penned by Andy Reardon and featured in The Portland Press Herald. After every senseless tragedy in America, gun control activists and their media allies call for more gun restrictions and gun confiscation, and they attack our Second Amendment rights. No matter the circumstances of the crime committed, they will exploit the… Read More »Op-Ed: Red Flag Laws Ignore The Truth About Crime
The following Op-Ed by Nikki Goeser was featured in The Tennessean. My husband Ben and I used to run a mobile karaoke business in Nashville. Every Thursday evening, we would load up our vehicle and head to a popular restaurant to help facilitate a night of good music and great memories. As a woman who… Read More »Op-Ed: My husband was killed in a ‘gun free zone.’ Arm teachers for safety and to save lives