Obama’s Second Amendment Legacy

By Pamela Jablonski

Firearms issues have always been a contentious topic among firearms opponents and proponents, alike; but the fervor has increased over the last 8 years. The false rhetoric, however – driven by the media, politicians with agendas, misinformed citizens, and both rational and irrational fears – needs to stop.

Whether pro gun or not, everyone needs to listen to reason. Law-abiding citizens deserve to have the right to protect themselves and their families through gun ownership. They deserve the right to enjoy firearms as a sport and for hunting. If you practice safe and responsible gun ownership, you should be able to claim your Second Amendment rights.

So, where do things stand now, after Obama has taken his last steps as president from the White House?

State-regulated concealed carry laws have evolved over the last 8 years to see restrictions lifted and the last two “no issue” states of Wisconsin and Illinois have become “shall issue” states.

Over Mr. Obama’s two terms in office, a number of strides with regard to firearms ownership and concealed carry have been enacted state-to-state, thanks to the hard work of Second Amendment advocates and organizations across the country. Some states made greater strides than others; but overall, more …Read the Rest

Source:: Bearing Arms