In the heart of every American lies a shared hope—for a peaceful nation, safe neighborhoods, and a future where our children thrive without fear.
But achieving that dream demands honest conversations and common ground—especially when it comes to gun control.
Unfortunately, the national dialogue has become clouded. Headlines are often crafted for shock value rather than substance, and stories shift blame from criminal behavior to the weapon involved. Sensationalism sells, but it distorts the truth.
The result? Misguided debates fueled by misinformation rather than facts.
At the center of this chaos is a public struggling to navigate half-truths and political spin. The issue isn’t just polarizing—it’s paralyzing. With each side shouting louder, we move further from a solution that protects both our freedoms and our communities.
That’s why we’ve created an infographic designed to break through the noise.
Using reliable, federal data—not manipulated narratives—we aim to correct the record and bring clarity to the gun control debate.

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Gun Ownership in the United States: A Constitutional Tradition
Gun ownership is not just a statistic in America—it’s a legacy.
Rooted in the Second Amendment, the right to keep and bear arms is a foundational principle that millions of responsible citizens uphold daily. With over 100 million gun owners nationwide, firearms are a symbol of liberty, self-reliance, and personal protection.
Attempts to restrict lawful gun ownership often ignore the deep cultural and historical significance that firearms hold in American life.
Handguns: America’s Preferred Choice for Self-Defense
While rifles often dominate headlines, the reality is that handguns are far more commonly owned.
Their compact design and ease of use make them the preferred choice for home defense, concealed carry, and everyday personal protection. The focus on rifles in the gun control debate distracts from this fact—most Americans choose handguns as their first line of defense, not for sport or show, but for safety and preparedness.
Why Americans Own Firearms: Protection Comes First
Contrary to the narrative often pushed by media outlets, the most common reason for firearm ownership in the U.S. is not hunting or sport—it’s self-defense.
Americans value their right to protect themselves, their families, and their property. Whether it's urban crime, rural isolation, or the simple desire for peace of mind, gun owners understand that law enforcement can’t be everywhere at once.
For many, a firearm represents a critical, constitutionally protected tool to ensure personal safety.
Additional Gun Control Resources
We have had some requests for the citations in a more easily readable format.
Please see links below!
- Just Facts - Gun Control Crime Statictics
- Legal Information Institute - The Second Amendment
- Crime Research & Prevention Center - Murder and homicide rates before and after gun bans
- Britannica - Gun Control, Should more gun control laws be enacted?
- Just Facts - Gun Control
- Wikeipedia - Gun Owners of America
- Armed and Secure - Gun Control, It only seems like a good idea!
- Crime Research & Prevention Center - Mass Public Shootings
- Crime Research & Prevention Center - Concealed Carry Permit Holders Across the United States
- Pew Research Center - The Demographics of Gun Ownership
- Gun Owners of America - Fact Sheet, Guns Save Lives