Constitutional history · page 2
Ten Amendments That Made the Deal
The Constitution might not have been ratified without a promise: a bill of rights would follow. Here is how that promise was kept in 1791.
December 2025: The Bill of Rights
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The Bill of Rights
- December 15, 1791: ten amendments ratified
- The English roots of the right to have arms
- Holiday guests? Lock it up
- Gift guide: safety gear by category
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2A law & court cases · page 4
Roots in 1689
The American right to keep and bear arms has an English ancestor. Courts still look to it when they read the Second Amendment.
Firearm safety & training · page 6
A Full House Means Lock It Up
Holiday visitors — especially children — change the safety picture at home. A simple plan for secure storage during the season.
Self-defense education · page 8
Write Your Home Safety Plan
Long nights and travel season are a good reminder: a home safety plan works best when every member of the family knows it.
Hunting & outdoors · page 10
Cold Mornings in the Marsh
Winter waterfowl hunting rewards patience and preparation. What every hunter should know before heading to the blind.
Community & veterans · page 12
A Season for Giving Back
For many veterans, the holidays can be a hard season. Clubs and communities can make a real difference.
Gear guides · page 14
The Safety-First Gift Guide
The best gifts for shooters and hunters help them stay safe. Our guide is organized by category — compare features and choose what fits.