Once again, gun-grabbing Illinois politicians are leading the charge in the never-ending campaign to abolish private firearm ownership.
ISRA Blasts Representatives Kelly and Quigley for Sponsoring Idiotic Gun Control Bill
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Illinois Turns The Page from Summer to Fall
The first of September is suddenly upon us and the summer of 2015 seems to be vanishing like a shooting star in the night…
115th Grand American Trapshooting Championships Winding Down
The firing lines are populated by shooters from not only the United States but also from Canada, Australia, Brazil, New Zealand, and the United Kingdom…
Martin O’Malley, Democrat Presidential Wannabe, Calls for National Gun Registration
If any of the Democrat Presidential candidates are nominated, they will all push for what O’Malley has just enunciated…
ISRA Thursday Bulletin – Summary of Senate Bill 836/ Public Act 99-29
Army Chief of Staff General Ray Odierno has no plans to arm recruiters in the wake of the terrorist attack in Chattanooga, Tennessee.
As of Thursday, July 16, 2015, ISRA Ranges 1 through 6 Are Open
As you already know, the ISRA is participating in a contest to win part of a $100,000 settlement.
Crazy Father Pfleger Lawsuit: ‘2nd Amendment Violates The Civil Rights Of Blacks’
The lawsuit by renegade priest Michael Pfleger, contends that free exercise of the 2nd Amendment violates the civil rights of Black people living in Chicago…
Help Illinois State Rifle Association Win a Share of $100,000
I want to thank all of you who went to the Luckygunner.com website survey and submitted a vote to help the ISRA win a $100,000…
Illinois State Rifle Association Faces Down Rabid Gun Banner Father Pfleger
A Rasmussen Poll conducted in early June showed that 68% of Americans prefer to live in an area where guns are allowed. No surprise for you and me; of course denial for the anti-gunners…
ISRA Statement On Proposed Closure Of Sparta World Shooting Complex
The gun-grabbing contingent of Chicago and suburban legislators are busily pushing for the closing of Sparta so that their patronage-laden follies will be spared any cuts…
The Gathering Storm of Anti-Gun Money
I am watching the gathering Anti-Gun Storm growing, to be launched against gun owners across the nation, by people like Michael Bloomberg, George Soros & others. Fueled by unlimited money…
Nut Job Fr. Pfleger & RaceBaiter Jessie Jackson Threaten to ‘Snuff Out’ Gun Owners
A frenzied Pfleger glared with wild-eyed fury into the TV cameras to declare that law-abiding gun owners would “pay for” the so-called “murders” that take place in his crime-ridden parish…
Brady Campaign vs Chuck’s Gun Shop
I keep hearing the Brady Campaign ragging on about Chuck’s Gun Shop & Pistol Range, so doesn’t that mean there must be something wrong? Not At All!!!
Gun Grabbers Plan Blockade Of Lawful Gun Retailer
Once again, anti-gun fanatic Fr. Pfleger and his band of gun grabbers plans to descend on Chuck’s Gun Shop in an effort to get the shop to close down…
SB 836 on the Way to the Illinois Governor’s Desk
After months of working with the Illinois General Assembly on improvements to the Firearms Concealed Carry Act, FOID Act and Criminal Code, SB 836 passed the Illinois Senate with a vote of 43 Yes…
Illinois 2015 Spring Legislative Session Update, Week of May 28th
For the first time in years we have a divided government. The Governor’s mansion is controlled by the Republicans and the legislature is controlled by the Democrats…
Democrat Introduces Massive Gun Grab Bill In Illinois Senate
If passed, SB 2130 would allow city councils and village boards to decide which firearms you would be allowed to own – and you know what that means…
The Illinois Shadow Government
The amendment process can be a useful tool in crafting good legislation, but it can just as easily be used as a subterfuge for things like tax increases or restrictions on your 2nd Amendment rights…
Illinois State Rifle Association Executive Director’s Message April 2nd 2015
Nearly every other Thursday Bulletin I admonish everyone, including myself, to be prepared for a possible domestic attack…
IL Accepting New FOID Applications -ISRA Executive Director’s Message March 12th 2015
Don’t forget IGOLD on March 18, 2015. The weather should be warmer. I am looking forward to seeing everyone there…
Illinois State Rifle Association Executive Director’s Message January 15 2015
Like you, I have been watching the recent attacks in France. It seems incredible to me that our Political Leader can’t see that this is a war on western civilization…
Illinois State Rifle Association Executive Director’s Message – January 2015
It is amazing to me that we are already in 2015. The year 2014 was a huge year for the Illinois State Rifle Association…
This Week Australia’s National Gun Free Zone Gets Innocent People Killed
Australia is the darling of the gun control crowd because, except for a few sport shooting activities, guns are banned…
Elections & Black Powder Competitions ISRA Executive Director’s Message
The true effect of this election will not be seen for some time. The real outcome will be determined by how strong the will is of gun owners in Illinois and the United States…
Peoria IL, Gives In & Repeals Unecessary Concealable Weapons Ordinance
We are now looking at other municipalities who have such noxious ordinances. This is why being a member of the Illinois State Rifle Association is so important…
First Time Shooters – Illinois State Rifle Association Executive Director’s Message
Last weekend I engaged in one of my favorite activities – teaching people how to shoot…
When Evil Comes Preparedness & Training Take Over
Just because you have training doesn’t mean something won’t happen nor doesn’t mean you will survive, but it unquestionably improves your chances of survival…
Gun Grabbers Seek Shut Down Of Local Illinois Gun Shops, Boots on the Ground Needed
A coalition of gun grabbers including Sarah Brady’s Handgun Control Inc., the Bloomberg Moms, and militant priest Michael Pfleger recently announced a campaign to shut down 4 popular local gun shops..
Pray For The Best, Prepare For The Worst – ISRA’s Executive Director’s Message
Our elected leaders are playing a dangerous game of appeasement – telling our foreign enemies that we’ve been wrong while they’ve been right and that the United States is willing to back off…
Illinois Residents Want To Know, When Should I Carry?
For those with Illinois concealed carry licenses the question is “When should you carry?” The answer is