Happy Birthday AzCDL!

June 13th, 2005 marked AzCDL’s 20th birthday! Two decades ago the organization established by our four original founders was officially recognized by the State of Arizona. In the years since, AzCDL has grown to become the largest pro-rights lobbying organization...

Colorado—a Cautionary Tale

I grew up in Colorado and attended high school and college there. As a kid, I remember Coloradans to be rugged, independent folks who would do anything for a neighbor in need. The spirit of the west was alive and well. Not any more. This year, the state legislature...

Women, Guns and Our Rights

In the modern world, the intersection of women and firearms is often viewed as an unusual or even surprising topic, but it is one that carries significant weight in both history and the future of our nation. It is not just about the tools and training unique to the...