March 5, 2026

    Thursday Bulletin – March 5, 2026 Executive Director's Message Richard Pearson   Appeasement Emboldens Bad Actors - Best To Be Prepared   I can't tell you how happy I am that President Trump is attacking Iran.  It should have happened years ago. I remember back in 1979 when spineless Jimmy Carter was President and the American Embassy in Tehran was taken over by Islamic extremists who held 66 Americans captive for 444 days.  Like most everyone else in the country, I was glued to the TV after work, watching it all unfold.  It all happened because of policies of appeasement.  The only reason the hostages were released was because Ronald Reagan had been elected President and Iran knew he would attack them.    That was the beginning of the so-called Islamic Revolution that has led to thousands of deaths around the world. While Iran and it's proxies have...

February 26, 2026

    Thursday Bulletin – February 26, 2026 Executive Director's Message Richard Pearson   Not All Heroes Get Medals I have had the privilege to meet a lot of heroes... from local WWII, Korean War, Vietnam, and veterans of other wars to the actual Band of Brothers.  Not all heroes got medals and not all heroes served in the United States military.  Some took risks in facing down civil authorities for the causes of individual liberty and freedom. When you take on state governments and local municipalities, sometimes decency goes out the window.  Somehow, some people who get elected as mayor, or to local city, town or village councils, contract "God Syndrome" and think they have free reign to do anything to anyone.  This is when suing a municipality might become a necessity.  It can be a risky business.  Particularly when the Second Amendment comes into play, it seems rules...

February 19, 2026

Thursday Bulletin – February 19, 2026 Executive Director's Message Richard Pearson Get Ready For IGOLD 2026! IGOLD 2026 is set for April 15, 2026, and we need you in Springfield! The Illinois Gun Owner Lobby Day (IGOLD) will be held at the Bank of Springfield Center in Springfield, Illinois.  Doors open at 10:00 AM.  This is your opportunity to stand shoulder to shoulder with thousands of law-abiding gun owners and send a clear message to lawmakers:  WE WILL DEFEND OUR RIGHTS. This year matters more than ever.  We are behind enemy lines.  There is no question about that.  When you are behind enemy lines, all like-minded groups must stick together.  This includes gun rights groups, hunters, gun collectors, gun shops, gun clubs, shooting ranges, FFLs, manufacturers and YOU. The so-called "Responsibility in Firearm Legislation" Act (RIFL Act), a bill under consideration in the Illinois House and Senate, would eliminate the...