By Darwin Nercesian The Truth About Guns
Women for Gun Rights (WGR), a pro-Second Amendment organization formerly known as The DC Project, has taken its fight to the capital, with representatives from over 40 states descending on Washington, D.C., to advocate on behalf of what is arguably the fastest-growing demographic of gun owners in America: women.
WGR refers to these events as “Fly-Ins,” and this particular Fly-In, which took place on June 22, was the most successful to date, according to the group. The event looked nothing like the rabid, masked, sloppy, violence-ridden “mostly peaceful protests” from the left, however, as these proud patriots came with a focused and cogent agenda. That plan included equipping women to lead in the fight for their rights through a comprehensive training conference meant to empower them with the clarity, credibility, and confidence necessary to effectively advocate for the God-given liberty recognized and enshrined in the United States Constitution.
The conference, rooted in education rather than setting fires and looting, covered Second Amendment history, legislation, and major court rulings that have shaped the gun rights landscape into what it is today. It also included training in how to communicate effectively with those who have yet to become familiar with firearm ownership, and lessons on digital advocacy, enabling them to combat the rampant misinformation spread by politicians, the media, and the sycophantic sheep who can’t bother to take part in civil discourse and would rather be marched into their own demise like well trained cattle.
But what good is education without a practical use? That’s why the WGR conference was a warm-up to prepare for the group’s next objective, a rally on Capitol Hill. You see, this Fly-In was attended not only by WGR state representatives but also by select social media influencers and personalities, with the goal of amplifying women’s voices in the Second Amendment debate through a broader spectrum of audiences across America. Reaching out to those audiences proved effective, as WGR was able to connect with over 2 million followers and garner hundreds of thousands of online impressions.
“This is what impactful advocacy looks like—showing up with the same intensity and visibility as the opposition… By doing so, we’re not only influencing lawmakers, but also shifting public perception. We’re actively reshaping the narrative around firearms and responsible gun ownership,” said Dianna Muller, WGR’s Founder.
Despite excessive triple-digit heat on the day of the rally, the Virginia Citizens Defense League took center stage in front of the Capitol, with speakers delivering educated and powerful commentary on the importance of the Second Amendment and why all Americans need to embrace their right to self-preservation, taking personal responsibility for their safety and that of their loved ones.
A conference and a rally sound like a great idea. And that’s where this story… Nope, there’s more.
Additionally, WGR held more than 100 meetings on Capitol Hill within only two days, speaking with members of Congress and their staff, presenting them with facts and evidence through real-life experience, and doing so while remaining cordial, regardless of which side of the aisle they represented. I respect this and confess that I wish I still had the patience and the disposition of these amazing women, but regular readers will recognize this as not being my strong suit.
For those of you wondering which topics were on the agenda, here’s the list, courtesy of nrawomen.com
Legislation Supported by WGR:
- Concealed Carry Reciprocity Act (H.R. 38 / S. 65)
- Veterans 2A Protection Act (H.R. 1041 / S. 478)
- Hearing Protection Act (H.R. 404 / S. 364)
- SHORT Act (H.R. 2395 / S. 1162)
Legislation Opposed by WGR:
- Handgun Purchase Permits (H.R. 532 / S. 123)
- Red Flag Law Support (S. 889)
- Gun Trafficker Detection Act (H.R. 1456)
Clearly, WGR is a serious organization conducting itself in a manner that is admirable, organized, and effective. But wait, there’s more…
Obviously not keen on wasted airfare, WGR also met with the White House Domestic Policy Council, urging the Trump administration to create a Second Amendment Advisory Board consisting of experts from the law enforcement, mental health, and firearms community. The group also advocated for the reinstatement of the CDC’s 2013 defensive gun use research, which provides data on the estimated 2 million crimes that are prevented annually by lawful gun owners. Additionally, WGR encouraged the administration to recognize top shooting sports competitors at the White House in August during National Shooting Sports Month.
The group also voiced concern over ongoing censorship online, predominantly leveled against content creators and activists, including discrimination by financial institutions attempting to cause irreparable damage to lawful firearms businesses.
And just when you thought WGR had all their bases covered, I present you with the icing on the cake. The group invited one of America’s newest Second Amendment-friendly streaming platforms, We the Free, out to film a docu-series, following WGR’s Fly-In event and several delegates within the organization, which will premiere later this year.
I am thoroughly impressed by WGR’s advocacy, organization, and overall presentation, if you haven’t already noticed. So much so, in fact, that I bet they could teach me to be a little less abrasive and perhaps even help me return to a time when I presented with more decorum. Don’t worry, I’ll let them cover that sector since they do such a superb job of it, and I will likely remain the same grumpy curmudgeon willing to square up any time with the worst of America’s subversive enemies.
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WOW, I always knew I was born TOO EARLY -That is something that I would have definitely been involved in at a younger age
But in my era and society, women belonged in the kitchen and having babies – alas I never did achieve the birthing bit,, but I did adopt a daughter, which was also not a thing many MEXICAN Heritage women did at that time. Furthermore,, my daughter is WHITE, BLOND with BLUE eyes. My older granddaughter became a Career Marine, carries a gun, drives HUGE vehicles and rides a Harley.
That is what I call FREEDOM for women