Editorials

The scales of justice

Deafening Silence: An Essay on the Two-Year Battle to End Centuries of Racial Discrimination Preserved In New Jersey’s Firearms Licensing Laws

New Jersey’s gun laws are deeply rooted in racism and inequality. Lawmakers, the Attorney General, and the Governor continue to uphold these unconstitutional, racially biased policies without any sense of shame. The so-called “righteousness” and virtue signaling vanish the moment they’re confronted. In fact, it feels as though we don’t even exist when we hold them accountable. It’s time for legislators to take this issue seriously and act. After all, don’t we care about “those people”?

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Members of a Nashville-based church security team engaged in spiritual and tactical training.

The Levites, 1643, and Today – Church Security Through the Ages

Across the nation, churches have too often been the site of mass shootings. In some cases, armed church security and parishioners have managed to stop these horrific attackers, though tragically, lives are often still lost. Read about a News2A co-founder who joined his church security team, embarking on a weekend of tactical and spiritual training, accompanied by a look into the history behind it.

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Government Divides, Yet Americans Unite

In times of hardship and suffering, the absence of a competent or willing government often reveals the best in Americans. Though forces may be working to divide us, we are far more united than the ruling class would have us believe. There may still be hope for us yet.

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A Young Man’s Journey to Obtain a New Jersey FID Card as a Non-Resident

News2A author and host of Riding Shotgun with Charlie, Charlie Cook, willingly endured the grueling process of obtaining a firearms-related “permission slip” from the government. To make matters more challenging, Charlie resides in Massachusetts. Curious about how his journey to secure a New Jersey FID Card unfolded? Read on to find out!

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A drawing of President Rutherford B. Hayes, author of the Posse Comitatus Act, and his cabinet.

Trading Liberty for Security:  DoD Directive 5240.01 

How did the U.S. go from limiting military action on U.S. soil with the Posse Comitatus Act to authorizing it under DoD Directive 5240.01? Explore the history of military power expansion and how the Biden administration’s new directive could impact your rights, especially for patriots, militias, protesters, and government critics.

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A man using a firearm to rob a woman

The Myth of Ghost Guns: What the Government Gets Wrong About Crime

Why would criminals bother assembling ‘ghost guns’ when they can easily steal firearms or buy them on the black market? The government’s focus on these weapons is misguided and fails to address real crime sources. Hear from C Richard Archie, West Tennessee Director of the Tennessee Firearms Association.

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A flooded road under water

Preparedness Lessons from Hurricane Helene

Whether it’s hurricanes, tornadoes, earthquakes, or wildfires, a natural disaster can quickly reveal how unprepared you are. Once a disaster strikes, it may already be too late to react effectively. You could find yourself cut off from food, potable water, power, commerce, fuel, and other essential resources. In this article, we offer a range of ideas to help you prepare for the next devastating natural disaster.

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Vice President and Presidential candidate Kamala Harris.

What Happens if Kamala Harris Wins?

A question that many of us try to avoid thinking about. However, optimism, just like hope and faith, are not valid strategies and conservatives are simply not doing enough to ensure a victory that should easily be ours. In this article, Joe LoPorto raises some very interesting points from an informed perspective.

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A red flag

How to Not Get “Red Flagged” Like Kyle Arena

With the recent “red flagging” and arrest of Kyle Arena and his father, we are seeing a wide variety of opinions – both in support of and against red flag laws. Regardless of where you fall within the spectrum of opinion, the fact is that these laws do exist and they will be used against you. If its not already obvious, lets take a look at the lessons.

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Firearms and other weapons seized from the home of Kyle Arena

The Sad Case of Kyle Arena

Many people believe “red flag” laws are the solution we need, dismissing the fact that these laws strip citizens of constitutional rights without due process, all in the name of the “greater good.” But some of us know better. Kyle Arena’s story is just one example of how red flag laws are abused to bypass the 4th Amendment.

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New Jersey Freedom of Information Day: A Call to Action for Transparency

October 30, 2024 is New Jersey Freedom of Information Act Day. This is your moment to take a stand. Governor Murphy has signed an Orwellian law designed to keep you in the dark, stripping away your right to access vital government information. This is your chance to push back. Read on to discover the full extent of the law and learn how you can participate anonymously. Let’s send a clear message to our government: we demand transparency, and we won’t settle for anything less.

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