Editorials

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.

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.

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.

The Disarmament Agenda — Part II
Are you one of the many Americans that thinks our disarmament will come in the form of door-to-door confiscation by armed agents? Maybe they will. We think it will be (and is) different.

Disarmament is Coming — Where Will You Stand?
To our fellow Americans and patriots, if you read nothing else at News2A, be sure to read this one. If Kamala Harris is elected, she will try vigorously to disarm the American citizenry. You will have a very short period of time to draw your line in the sand and determine what your response will be. Learn from the plight of Aleksandr Solzhenitsyn and his countrymen whom were disarmed and imprisoned by a tyrannical government.

Platkin’s Faceplant. 2022 Use of Force Case Bungled. Will He Try Again?
New Jersey Attorney General Matthew Platkin is not one for letting the proper administration of justice interfere with his political ambitions. Suppression of vital evidence, mismanagement of investigations involving second-degree crimes, and more, are all within his wheelhouse. Given his track record, plus the AG’s one-sided stance on our civil liberties, one could logically conclude he is an incompetent leader. Will he try again?

Constitution Day Is September 17th: A Moment to Reflect on the Important Role We Play in Balancing the Rights of the People With the Power of the Government
News2A author Joe LoPorto will be heading to Washington, D.C. this coming Constitution Day to review the most recent Supreme Court term. In this article, Joe reflects on the state of affairs and recent legislation in the state of New Jersey.

Lessons Learned by Trying to be a Good Activist
John Petrolino, aka The Pen Patriot, shares with us his personal experiences and learnings about how to be a good activist in a climate where opinions, tactics, and participants vary widely. This article shares valuable lessons learned on the frontlines, from avoiding self-promotion to embracing different viewpoints.

Essential Prepping: Tips for Staying Secure in Unpredictable Times
In this article, “average guy” and retired firefighter/EMT battalion chief Peter Elias gets us thinking about being prepared for the uncertainty that lies ahead. Unfortunately, if Kamala Harris happens to win the election in November, we move significantly closer to needing to follow Peter’s advice.

Democrats Perpetuate Violence and Criminalize Self-Defense
What does the left have to gain by letting convicted criminals out of jail and in many cases refusing to prosecute after police make an arrest (or re-arrest)? Votes. Dan Wos recently appeared on Newsmax, accompanied by Dr. John Lott of the Crime Prevention Research Center, to talk about the Democrats’ dangerous path.

How Many Does It Take? The Second Amendment Is a Team Effort.
Matthias Quellenberg, a legal immigrant to the US turned professional firearms instructor, brings his debut article to News2A. As a former German army boot camp instructor, Matthias has grown to cherish our very American Second Amendment. In this article, he talks about his journey to understand and appreciate our 2A rights and he ponders whether it can be used effectively against a tyrannical government in the modern era.

From Podcasts to Practice: Real-Life Self-Defense Lessons
Read about the crucial lessons from a gripping podcast episode about a concealed carry holder’s self-defense incident and the subsequent legal challenges he faced. This story is packed with lessons for those who choose to go about armed.
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