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is a seasoned outdoorsman, lifelong hunter, and the kind of guy who’d rather track whitetails than scroll social media. As an editor for GunsAmerica, he’s got a sharp eye for spotting both solid gear and bad gun laws. Whether he’s deep in the woods or deep in editorial deadlines, Larry brings a no-nonsense, tell-it-like-it-is approach to firearms, hunting, and the great American tradition of self-reliance. If there’s a hot debate on gun rights or the latest in hunting tech, you can bet Larry’s got an opinion—and it’s probably backed up with both facts and field experience.
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– 2A Journalist – Covering firearms legislation, Second Amendment issues, and gun rights for over a decade.
– Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) – Certified to provide emergency medical care in the field.
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Trump Declares Support for Gun Owners, Shooting Sports in National Message
Published: August 4, 2025 { 16 comments }In a time when Second Amendment supporters have grown used to being sidelined or smeared, this presidential message hits like a clean shot from a well-sighted rifle.
Gun Sales Cool Slightly in July 2025
Published: August 4, 2025 { 0 comments }The heat may have slowed down some sales, but America’s appetite for firearms is still holding strong — especially in states like Texas, Florida, and California.
Hunting Show Host Busted, Banned for Life in Kansas
Published: August 2, 2025 { 1 comment }A federal judge ordered Jennings to pay $15,000 in restitution to the Kansas Department of Wildlife and Parks, plus a $10,000 fine
Study: Americans Still Back Hunting — But Public Perception Is Slipping
Published: August 2, 2025 { 0 comments }A nationwide study commissioned by the Council to Advance Hunting and the Shooting Sports (CAHSS) shows 76% of Americans approve of both hunting and recreational shooting. That’s solid ground, but there’s a catch — the numbers are trending down.
‘The Hunting Wives’ — Legit Drama or Dumpster Fire?
Published: August 1, 2025 { 3 comments }It stars Brittany Snow (Pitch Perfect) and Malin Åkerman (Watchmen), and it’s got all the steamy drama and Southern Gothic flair Netflix can pack into 55-minute episodes.
NY Politicians Exploit Midtown Shooting to Push Nationwide AR Ban
Published: July 31, 2025 { 7 comments }Mayoral candidate Zohran Mamdani echoed the call, claiming New Yorkers “are only as safe as the weakest laws in the nation.”
Illinois Gov. Pritzker Signs New Gun ‘Safety’ Bills
Published: July 31, 2025 { 19 comments }Illinois Gov. J.B. Pritzker was all smiles as he signed two new gun control bills into law this week, claiming they’ll save lives and protect children.
Armed Marine Speaks Out About Stopping Michigan Walmart Rampage
Published: July 31, 2025 { 10 comments }Derrick Perry, a Marine veteran and hospital employee, was checking out at Walmart on Saturday in Traverse City, MI when panic erupted.
Do You Carry in Gun-Free Zones?
Published: July 31, 2025 { 26 comments }What do you do when your route takes you through a gun-free zone—or worse, into a state that treats your permit like a parking ticket from Mars?