Self Defense Story Every Gun Owner Needs to Watch

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    This is a self defense story every gun owner needs to watch! The U.S. Concealed Carry Association is dedicated to educating Americans about safe, responsible gun ownership. With more than 5 million Americans having purchased their first gun during the turmoil of 2020, this mission has never been more important.
    Reality Check Milwaukee
    The USCCA held a conference of self-defense and civil rights advocates at the first pop-up Reality Check event on August 6, 2021. Host Katrina Cravy introduced five speakers who shared the touching - and sometimes horrifying - real-life experiences that led them on their journey to responsible gun ownership. This is a must watch video for gun owners and aspiring gun owners!
    00:00 Introduction by host Katrina Cravy.
    00:30 Introduction of “Top Shot” champion Chris Cheng.
    01:13 Introduction of self-defense instructor and sex trafficking surviror, Kendra Geronimo.
    01:37 Introduction of USCCA author and Concealed Carry Magazine Associate Editor, Beth Alcazar.
    02:08 Introduction of women’s advocate and domestic abuse survivor Jennifer Moston.
    02:41 Introduction of self-defense and civil rights advocate Aaargo Jay.
    03:06 Jay tells the story of a late-night confrontation with an armed group.
    07:49 Chris Cheng discusses his childhood and his decision to try out for “Top Shot.”
    13:59 Cheng on how the Second Amendment affects Asian Americans in today’s society.
    16:09 Chris Cheng urges gun owners to “come out of the gun closet” and serve as positive examples to offset negative stereotypes.
    17:43 USCCA’s Beth Alcazar relives a terrifying situation with an armed gunman at her daughter’s middle school in Alabama.
    21:45 Beth Alcazar on diversity: “In 2021, there is no ‘typical’ gun owner!”
    22:36 When Kendra Geronimo saw her sex traficker on a TV special, it opened old wounds that led her to be proactive about personal defense.
    25:50 Kendra’s advice: Train how you carry every day and make sure your children know the real facts about personal safety.
    27:10 Kendra’s closing thoughts: Arm yourself with knowledge and real-world training.
    29:06 Jennifer Moston shares her story of surviving domestic abuse and what it’s like counting down the days until her abuser is released from prison.
    31:52 Jennifer reminds us all that most gun owners are good people.
    #selfdefensestories #uscca #gunowneradvice

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  • @marcusrichards5527
    @marcusrichards5527 2 роки тому +45

    My grandfather fought in Vietnam, WW2, Korea, and The cold war. He loved guns and he always told me "guns are like keys, they sit there and you don't think about them until you need them" and that always resonated with me

    • @loctite222ms
      @loctite222ms 2 роки тому +2

      That's sort of the opposite message conveyed by this video. They're saying you need to train and prepare for a time when you might need to use your weapon. In a life-threatening situation, you don't want to be in a "Where did I put my keys?" state of mind. The gun is sitting there as inert as the keys, but you have to be prepared if it's going to be of any use to you.

    • @kennethmcdonald5278
      @kennethmcdonald5278 Рік тому

      GOD bless your grandfather.

    • @daffyduck8244
      @daffyduck8244 Рік тому +3

      How old is your Grandpa? 150?

    • @GospelOfTimothy
      @GospelOfTimothy Рік тому

      I was robbed at gunpoint because the gun nuts failed to keep their weapons secure.

  • @americanliberty4898
    @americanliberty4898 2 роки тому +255

    Gun rights are civil rights, no truer words ever spoken!

    • @Vex916T
      @Vex916T 2 роки тому +6

      No I disagree. Civil Rights are subpar to Rights, the former are actually privileges while the latter are natural and inherent. To be a Civilian is to play or act a role which under the US Govt a US Civilian is the lowest member... so all these Civil Rights is really a diminishing of your natural and inherent Rights.

    • @terracotta6294
      @terracotta6294 2 роки тому +1

      SECOND AMENDMENT! Plain and simple - synonymous with Freedom of Speech.

    • @kyrkwalters5658
      @kyrkwalters5658 2 роки тому

      For real

    • @yvandemol
      @yvandemol 2 роки тому +1

      The most civil right of all people is to live in a world where no other civilians feel te need to walk arround in public places with guns in their pockets..it creates mistrust, paranoia, etc etc..and it does not help in any way !!

    • @americanliberty4898
      @americanliberty4898 2 роки тому +5

      @@yvandemol OK let me know when you eradicate evil from the world and I'm sure gun owners will leave their guns at home!

  • @monicaperez2843
    @monicaperez2843 2 роки тому +296

    Children should learn to shoot as a sport, and these skills can translate into life-saving skills later in life.

    • @duckduckglowie9619
      @duckduckglowie9619 2 роки тому +17

      AMEN! Love that idea an firearm safety should also be a curriculum in all schools as well!

    • @gamerwinner4982
      @gamerwinner4982 2 роки тому +15

      A shooting range near my has summer camps for kids of various ages. I'm glad they have this.

    • @Vex916T
      @Vex916T 2 роки тому +18

      Only after children are taught properly morals and ethics first, then once they recognize the probable impacts of their gun usage then they can be trained to shoot guns. Too many parents skip teaching gun morals and ethics to their children which is why so many kids and teens misuse guns to harm or kill other people for unjust reasons.

    • @furonwarrior
      @furonwarrior 2 роки тому +4

      I disagree, between lead exposure causing an impact on development and how children can act severely irresponsible. I wouldn’t trust children with firearms, especially if they have mental illness that can impair their judgement or being harassed at school by bullies.

    • @furonwarrior
      @furonwarrior 2 роки тому +4

      Children should be taught about self-awareness, self-defense with pepper spray, to call 911 when necessary, and to blow a whistle or scream if confronted with danger.

  • @Elite02k
    @Elite02k 2 роки тому +33

    I learned to shoot with my dad and Older brother when I was maybe 10 or 11. My dad started me off with a Remington 410. Two years later he let me shoot his pistol, taught me all about recoil, backstop assessment, and just about all you can involving firearm safety. When I was 15 he bought an AR15 chambered in 5.56. Me him and my brother went up to a private outside range and spent about 3 hours there that day.
    My friend bought a m&p gen 1 when he was 21 along with his CCW, never fired a gun prior to that. He never went to the range, he never dry fired around the house when his wife and child weren't home to simulate break in situations.
    My friend lost his life at 24 years old, two years ago, his wife was beaten and their 3 year old son was luckily left unharmed. The burglar was carrying his own pistol, a hi-point 9mm. My friend woke to noise downstairs, and fired shots into darkness, missing every shot and giving away his location. The 36 year old man killed my friend with 6 bullets, tied up and beat his wife, stole his gun, and a bunch of important family items and valuables.
    Moral of the story. It's better to have a gun than not to.
    But its the best when you know when to use it, and how to properly utilize it as a tool of self defense.
    May peace and prosperity be with all of you, and rest in piece Alexzander.

    • @datru82
      @datru82 2 роки тому

      I'm sorry to hear about your friend.

    • @timothyprice9064
      @timothyprice9064 2 роки тому +1

      Forgive me, how do you know what the burglar was carrying and how do you know his age? Your story does not add up. But yes, I agree. If you own a gun learn how to use it.

    • @walterknight1550
      @walterknight1550 2 роки тому +1

      @@timothyprice9064 I would think such a murder might be investigated by the police who might have caught the bad guy. The police might have even recovered the murder weapon. A medical examiner might have determined the caliber of the murder gun. For the murder to have been caught by the police might have led to knowledge as the murder’s age. Oh by the way the bad guy is not a burglar he is a murder. Then maybe this comment is a fictional story. That is possible in all such stories told in comments. God bless

    • @timothyprice9064
      @timothyprice9064 2 роки тому +1

      @@walterknight1550 CSI fantasy is good for TV, The bullet caliber does not tell you the brand of the pistol, If "might" was right you would be ok, line all those mights up and you still have a highly suspect story. This was just fantasy made up to make a point.

    • @timothyprice9064
      @timothyprice9064 2 роки тому +2

      @@walterknight1550 This was not a murder, it was fiction, but thanks for clearing that up for me. Man, you sure are clever.

  • @nicholasmercado684
    @nicholasmercado684 2 роки тому +218

    I agree gun rights are a civil right, and more people need to know that the second amendment is what is used in order to securing those other rights that we take for granted.

    • @marianafrancisco7551
      @marianafrancisco7551 2 роки тому +1

      Psychos are disguise as normal people so we never really know who we are giving the right to have a gun !!!

    • @Wolfwolveswolf
      @Wolfwolveswolf 2 роки тому

      Any person who is for anti-Guns/Arms, being for Gun control, being for criminal infringing, being anti-2ND AMENDMENT/anti-CONSTITUTIONAL, etc., means they are actually a pro-communist, pro-Nazi, pro-dictatorship, pro-evil king & queen, and pro-Luciferian/Satanist. For all anti-Guns/Arms, being for Gun control, being for criminal infringing, being anti-2ND AMENDMENT/anti-CONSTITUTIONAL, etc., originates straight from people who rule and are pro-communist, pro-Nazi, pro-dictatorship, pro-evil king & evil queen, and pro-Luciferian/Satanist earth ruling/"New World Orderists."
      Trust me, they who rule have made my entire adult existence a literal Painful Hell, for nothing more than their evil intentions. They do NOT care about most of us, and all being for their "New World Order," and using lies to do it all. Also using twisted- not making any sense- actions. All for the internal destruction of this North America Land, and People.
      This is exactly why they want to internally infringe destroy our great 2ND AMENDMENT, and so they can then easily, internally, destroy all of North America- to then "roll" in their "New World Order."
      (above quotes in this comment are all- Luciferian)

    • @JRock3091
      @JRock3091 2 роки тому

      The best thing for minority communities to do is become heavily armed. The "gangsters" will learn real quick that this is not the community to prey apon.

    • @jeremyanderson7493
      @jeremyanderson7493 2 роки тому

      Amen

    • @jmomrodgers2888
      @jmomrodgers2888 Рік тому

      Especially when it comes to the first amendment

  • @johnhiggs5932
    @johnhiggs5932 2 роки тому +47

    I am what most would consider a liberal, but I support the right of the people to keep and bear arms. I train in self defense with and without firearms regularly (fifteen times more often than during my military career.) I believe that being a responsible member of society includes being prepared to face physical threats and defend against those who would deny others the right to life, liberty, and the pursuit of happiness.

    • @fog8969
      @fog8969 Рік тому

      There is a huge difference between a Liberal and a Leftist. Liberals have generally the same goals as Conservatives but have different motivations and methods for accomplishing those goals. Leftists like those in office now are power and money hungry low life evil lying scum.tyrants.

    • @roberthughes2687
      @roberthughes2687 Рік тому

      Then why do you support a subversive socialist regime?
      They want to destroy you and your beliefs

  • @sandan2358
    @sandan2358 2 роки тому +138

    Cain killed Abel with a rock. Guns don’t kill people. People kill people.

    • @dummgelauft
      @dummgelauft 2 роки тому +4

      And all this leftwing rubbish is painting more and more people into a corner.

    • @lexismom9341
      @lexismom9341 2 роки тому +3

      Absolutely!!

    • @TheMillieSmalls
      @TheMillieSmalls 2 роки тому

      Derp

    • @dummgelauft
      @dummgelauft 2 роки тому +1

      @@TheMillieSmalls dolt?

    • @chris-dd6uq
      @chris-dd6uq 2 роки тому +2

      That's all fiction, but okay.

  • @zionkid28
    @zionkid28 2 роки тому +58

    This was awesome wish there was more forums like this. And yes the right to have and carry guns and to protect yourself is a civil right.

  • @timchan334
    @timchan334 2 роки тому +38

    5mil ppl got firearm for the first time in 2020! Wow! And Im one of them.

    • @lcee6592
      @lcee6592 2 роки тому +4

      Congratulations Mr. Chan!

    • @instandfilms9843
      @instandfilms9843 2 роки тому +2

      That is a low estimate. Most estimates are at or over 8 million new gun owners in 2020 alone.

    • @timchan334
      @timchan334 2 роки тому +2

      @@instandfilms9843 wow

    • @MrBigChops
      @MrBigChops 2 роки тому

      @@instandfilms9843 great to know, thanks

    • @darvell29scott5
      @darvell29scott5 2 роки тому +1

      Me too

  • @rcrockin1828
    @rcrockin1828 2 роки тому +96

    If you own a sword everyone thinks its cool. If you own a gun suddenly it becomes "what are you planning to do with that bud"

    • @dummgelauft
      @dummgelauft 2 роки тому +5

      My answer to that is " I like to sleep with my gun(s)". They can go interpret it as they want..

    • @jeromewesselman1654
      @jeromewesselman1654 2 роки тому +2

      Tell them you are getting ready to shoot some stuff!! And if you do own a sword maybe split a few wigs!! 😊

    • @MyAramil
      @MyAramil 2 роки тому +3

      Stir some chocolate milk with it. thats what/sarcasm

    • @wesman7837
      @wesman7837 2 роки тому +2

      @@dummgelauft definitely, mine is under my pillow while I sleep, and on me during every waking hour, and I don't care what people think of me!

    • @vanillaj8883
      @vanillaj8883 2 роки тому

      @@MyAramil on the daily! hehe

  • @nunyobiz7970
    @nunyobiz7970 Рік тому +6

    I was having a conversation with a co-worker, one day, about the guns we own and a new one he had just purchased when another co-worker (female) overheard our conversation and felt the need to come up to us and state how she "hated guns" and would never own one under any circumstance. To which I replied that "I'll bet you would pray for one if you had a person trying to break into your house in the middle of the night". She went on to tell me that she would "absolutely not" and that the badguy could take anything they wanted, as all of it was replaceable. I then asked her "What if it's not your possessions they want, what if they want you or your child? Are you willing to give that up as well? Her mouth dropped open and she turned a lighter shade of pale. I think she got at least some if not all of the point I was trying to make.

    • @wydopnthrtl
      @wydopnthrtl Рік тому

      Yes... the reality of evil has never occurred to libs.

    • @kevinroley4680
      @kevinroley4680 Рік тому +1

      I'll bet she didn't

  • @jaimegastelum-angulo1057
    @jaimegastelum-angulo1057 2 роки тому +45

    USCCA has helped me get my CCW yesterday. Thank you uscca

    • @timothyprice9064
      @timothyprice9064 2 роки тому +7

      How did they help you, if you don't mind telling me?

    • @jameshuett2559
      @jameshuett2559 2 роки тому +1

      Welcome aboard!

    • @timothyprice9064
      @timothyprice9064 2 роки тому +2

      @@GTVAlfaMan I waiting for that answer myself.

    • @jaimegastelum-angulo1057
      @jaimegastelum-angulo1057 2 роки тому +4

      They gave me a piece of mind. Amazing helpful tips on self defense I recently got my CCW going into class with the info they provided on the app. Able to look up my state laws without have to google separate information it’s all in one. And if your a gun owner looking for a good insurance they help you with the best ones. You won’t regret it they helped me out. I also there magazines updates on new guns new holsters great stuff

    • @jaimegastelum-angulo1057
      @jaimegastelum-angulo1057 2 роки тому +3

      Sorry it took so long I’m a truck driver. But hopefully this helps

  • @davidkraus8818
    @davidkraus8818 2 роки тому +40

    Great discussion. The members that spoke are a great reflection of the responsible gun owners of today.

  • @jeromewesselman1654
    @jeromewesselman1654 2 роки тому +39

    A perfect video and panel on the diversity of firearm owners. I absolutely can’t say enough good things about the USCCA and their very educational concealed carry magazine! Money well spent and keep up the excellent work and I’m proud to be a member! If you have a concealed carry permit you should be a member of the USCCA!

    • @USCCAOfficial
      @USCCAOfficial  2 роки тому +3

      Thank you for the support, Jerome! We are honored to have you in the USCCA family!

    • @spudthompson1414
      @spudthompson1414 Рік тому +1

      I belong to the uscca and I am a silver member and I will stay with them till the end.

  • @mreduc8tor
    @mreduc8tor 2 роки тому +12

    This panel discussion was amazing. I am a firearms instructor and intend to share portions of this panel in my future classes. Thank you panelist and thank you USCCA for orchestrating this panel.

  • @STARZFAN31
    @STARZFAN31 2 роки тому +20

    EVERY honest citizen should own a firearm, practice with it, and be prepared to use it to protect themselves or someone else if it becomes absolutely necessary. The one guy was so right, people need to be vocal about being gun owners, they need to speak up so we dont seem like the weak pro gun minority. We need to stand up and protect our right to protect ourselves and possibly, others. The police CANNOT be sitting on your porch when someone kicks in your door... they will not be at your side when someone tries to rape you, carjack you, rob you, etc. YOU are your first line of defense.

    • @rayditzenberger9517
      @rayditzenberger9517 2 роки тому

      Imo everyone has the responsibility to own and carry a firearm

    • @zaccampa4055
      @zaccampa4055 2 роки тому

      I’ve always loved that saying. You are the first line of defense. It’s so true. I know cops try as hard as they can to get to scenes as fast as possible but 99% of the time they are not fast enough, the damage has already been done.

    • @ryderkick3899
      @ryderkick3899 2 роки тому

      To bad they don't feel that way when they show up to the scene of a incident.

    • @STARZFAN31
      @STARZFAN31 2 роки тому

      @@ryderkick3899 Too bad who doesnt feel like what when they show up ??

  • @edloeffler9769
    @edloeffler9769 2 роки тому +19

    I just wish the pathetic state of New York would allow us to have ANY protection. We are on our own.

    • @nicholasmercado684
      @nicholasmercado684 2 роки тому +8

      Put New Jersey in that category as well.

    • @CoasterQ
      @CoasterQ 2 роки тому +7

      If the Supreme Court doesn't change that in November, move.

    • @johnhsconiers3308
      @johnhsconiers3308 2 роки тому +2

      I really don't understand how New York and chicago just to name a few cities can do that to its people and make it illegal for the people to defend themselves Wow

    • @kennethmcdonald5278
      @kennethmcdonald5278 Рік тому +1

      I don't know what you do for a living , but we need school bus drivers here in Michigan , beautiful state , lousy governor , but she will be gone soon.

  • @skywalker39100
    @skywalker39100 2 роки тому +10

    "This We'll Defend!"🇺🇲🎯 2A Community is Awesome!

  • @elenamarie25
    @elenamarie25 2 роки тому +18

    Really enjoyed this presentation! I've been saying for years to friends and family who don't approve or are scared of guns that guns don't kill people, people kill people. If a bad person wants to do harm to another person, they will find a way, whether the device they use is legal or not.

    • @ashleycbla
      @ashleycbla Рік тому

      But you can fight back. With a gun it can be one shot and done.

  • @genestatler2514
    @genestatler2514 2 роки тому +26

    Thank you so very much for this video. All of the panel members were very articulate in telling their stories and advancing our second amendment rights.

    • @chachi9525
      @chachi9525 Рік тому

      Jay is an idiot, read my comment above for the reasoning behind my assessment.

  • @texasconstitutionalist6759
    @texasconstitutionalist6759 2 роки тому +7

    This veteran will never relinquish his weapons. My weapons will never harm anyone unless someone brings the fight to me. If that day comes you better bring your “A” game!
    LIVE FREE OR DIE 🇺🇸🇨🇱🇮🇱🐍

  • @thamomentum
    @thamomentum 2 роки тому +27

    Awesome discussion - Us over here in Canada are suffering right now as almost all of our firearms and even airsoft are at the verge of being extinct. It is SO critical to show that normal everyday people (doctors, engineers - me included, business owners, house wives, single parents, etc.) are firearm owners and LAW ABIDING. We are NOT the problem.

    • @MyAramil
      @MyAramil 2 роки тому +7

      Right? law abiding citizens dont want to harm others, we want to make sure we, our loved ones and others around us are not victims of others. And videos like these show that people have various reasons for owning and using them, with all different sets of history.

    • @flammingremy7263
      @flammingremy7263 2 роки тому

      How are you doing right now?

    • @alastor8091
      @alastor8091 2 роки тому

      @@BamaChad-W4CHD speak for yourself Leaf lover.

    • @kennethmcdonald5278
      @kennethmcdonald5278 Рік тому

      Why do not you band together , and train , and defend your rights.

    • @mikewithers299
      @mikewithers299 Рік тому +1

      @Mo Mentum I've watched all that's happened to Canadian rights and I'm appalled. For a dictator to remove a person's rights to defend themselves is totally wrong. I see it trying to happen here in the US and I'm pissed. Our country was founded on those rights. You are correct in saying "we are not criminals" just because we own a gun or want to protect ourselves, so don't treat all gun owners like criminals.

  • @georgesebastian6306
    @georgesebastian6306 2 роки тому +15

    I can't afford not to be a member of USCCA.

    • @USCCAOfficial
      @USCCAOfficial  2 роки тому +6

      Thanks for being in the USCCA family, George!

  • @MyAramil
    @MyAramil 2 роки тому +6

    I love videos like this. You see ordinary people from all walks of life, all with different stories and reasons. With the common factor that they needed to use a firearm.

    • @duke88nuke
      @duke88nuke 2 роки тому

      All walks of life? I'm not represented by this panel 🤷‍♂️

    • @MyAramil
      @MyAramil 2 роки тому

      @@duke88nuke ahh yes, how could anyone not include you. The person behind the computer screen and you alone in these videos. Such a shame they didn't ask you, or someone like you, even though chances are you are close enough to any of these people in life styles

  • @STARZFAN31
    @STARZFAN31 2 роки тому +7

    The last lady makes a very common sense point that I have tried to make for so many years. A gun doesnt kill people, the user of the gun does. If you outlaw guns and somehow disarm all the criminals as well, they will just choose another tool be it a baseball bat, a knife, a car, a hammer.. etc. Look at England for the past couple of years. Citizens there, for the most part, do not own firearms BUT they are having a massive knife crime problem to where they have national campaigns now against "knife violence" You cannot stop crime or violence by taking away the tools people use, you have change the people. Until someone comes up with a miracle way to do that, honest people need a way to be able to protect themselves when the criminally minded decide to become violent. And be not fooled, a stick, a bat, a knife, a bare fist CAN be a deadly weapon and people can kill you with them so it is NOT just others with guns you need to be able to defend yourself against but EVERY potentially dangerous or deadly threat. This ability, this RIGHT is well worth fighting for.

  • @robertrickett7816
    @robertrickett7816 2 роки тому +3

    As a former NRA pistol, defensive shooting instructor, I always stressed the greatest weapon you have for your personal defense is the educated, trained, and prepared gray matter between your ears. Prepared to handle a violent situation mentally, understanding this is your life, your families lives, what are you willing to do to protect them. Until you can answer that without equivocation, no second guesses, no maybe I could, but YES I CAN, with confidence. This only comes with training, and competence with your chosen weapon. that means practice, practice, practice.
    Safety is number one, practice is next, and both MUST be used in conjunction, consistently. I'm large, combat trained, but I'm also trained in psychological warfare I've talked my way out of more violent situations then most, and drawing a weapon has never been necessary,. Two police officers I trained took my words, and training to heart, they squared off with 6 gang members, over 40 shots fired, they were the only ones to go home. They were prepared mentally, and physically to survive, and go home to their families.

  • @orphy6869
    @orphy6869 2 роки тому +12

    Registered democrat here and Id like to say there is no logical argument against the Ownership of firearms..I own many and I conceal carry

    • @lcee6592
      @lcee6592 2 роки тому +8

      Maybe your a closet conservative! Lol!
      I don’t think you are alone and it’s good for all of us Americans to be heard. 👍

    • @jpjp3873
      @jpjp3873 2 роки тому +6

      Come join us on the right! What do the Democrats have to offer you?

    • @zavoz1456
      @zavoz1456 2 роки тому +2

      "Bingo, you're right if you have an assault weapon. The fact of the matter is they should be illegal, period." - potato in chief

    • @orphy6869
      @orphy6869 2 роки тому +2

      @@zavoz1456 I love the term “assault weapon “...I can turn a pencil into an assault weapon...just more lazy arguments

    • @lcee6592
      @lcee6592 2 роки тому +4

      @@zavoz1456 Assault weapons ARE illegal to own. They are some people that currently own them but with a license. For some time now, I do not believe anyone can purchase these weapons at all. For clarity, an actual assault weapon is fully automatic. (Also known as a machine gun.”) The rifles all the politicians and media vilify are not assault weapons. They are semi-automatic. The AR does NOT mean assault rifle. It’s the abbreviation for ArmaLite Rifle the inventor of that platform to my understanding. Too bad so many of you are gullible or want to be willfully misinformed about firearms.
      Facts matter.

  • @freddierodriguez3036
    @freddierodriguez3036 2 роки тому +16

    Couldn’t get passed the first speaker’s comment, “evil has no real motive other than to do damage”. A gun is not to protect oneself against evil, it is to protect oneself against individual/s in an attempt to do you or loved ones bodily harm.

    • @MsLoverofTruth
      @MsLoverofTruth 2 роки тому

      And evil exists, which is why law abiding gun owners exists. It's why I have my LTC and I'm a member of the USCCA.

    • @freddierodriguez3036
      @freddierodriguez3036 2 роки тому

      @@MsLoverofTruth Right! That said, you’re not out to defend/protect from yourself and others from evil, but rather, from people with evil intentions.

    • @djusmc4764
      @djusmc4764 2 роки тому +1

      @@freddierodriguez3036 Same thing

  • @pauldayao7644
    @pauldayao7644 2 роки тому +10

    Very good information for gun owners all over the world. God bless everyone!

  • @-LiveFreeorDie
    @-LiveFreeorDie 2 роки тому +3

    I would argue it's significantly more important to watch this video if you aren't a gun owner.
    We already know why we carry.

  • @Vex916T
    @Vex916T 2 роки тому +18

    Although I and my family members are gun owners, the real solution isn't giving everybody a gun... it's daily practice of moral reasoning and acts, improving education in ethics, and enforcing Laws against verified or guilty criminals will make the world better. For example, if tomorrow everybody was given a gun would that end crimes... no. Protecting people's right to own and use a tool called a gun is fine for short-term fix but a long-term change is practicing and teaching better morals and ethics.

    • @jameshuett2559
      @jameshuett2559 2 роки тому +2

      100% agree

    • @monicaperez2843
      @monicaperez2843 2 роки тому +4

      Having a gun without proper training gives a false sense of security.

    • @cfrost87
      @cfrost87 2 роки тому +2

      yep. Having parents who are involved in their children's lives as they grow up is so important. It can make a huge difference in how a person turns out to be as adults.

    • @SuperUnemployable
      @SuperUnemployable 2 роки тому

      This

    • @MyAramil
      @MyAramil 2 роки тому +3

      Should everyone have a gun? no, absolutely not. there are some people i would not trust with a plastic butter knife( either with their mental issues, or just all around clumsy) should everyone have the right to own one? yes.

  • @aqueousveritas9024
    @aqueousveritas9024 2 роки тому +10

    My High School used to have a rifle team , now they probably got a Rainbow coloring team

  • @TheExcalibird
    @TheExcalibird 2 роки тому +9

    Omg i loved this. I agree, KNOWLEDGE, training, respect, and more knowledge is needed. Not gun control. Media always wants to show the bad with guns but not how many have protected their lives or loved ones, which sometimes instills fear into people the neg. of guns. Thank you for bring different views in this video.

    • @djusmc4764
      @djusmc4764 2 роки тому

      The Media is on the side of the Gun Grabbing Politions

  • @quagmyer7230
    @quagmyer7230 2 роки тому +7

    So far on sept 3rd 2021, 66 communists disliked this video.

  • @darrellbrazile23
    @darrellbrazile23 2 роки тому +8

    I've been a member for almost a year

    • @USCCAOfficial
      @USCCAOfficial  2 роки тому +2

      We're honored to have you in the USCCA family!

  • @mackwilliams4450
    @mackwilliams4450 Рік тому

    Aww man. Thank you all for your stories and sharing your experiences. I came across this video because I couldn’t sleep, but I’ve learned so much. God Bless you all. Thank you

  • @beetee4295
    @beetee4295 2 роки тому +16

    Wow powerful and informative. I hope anti-gun people all would listen to the decent people and consider keeping an open mind towards defending our second amendment rights.

  • @lokiprepper
    @lokiprepper 2 роки тому +1

    Truly an outstanding group of people. Having kids is what motivated me to start carrying. I always respected those who did, but for the longest time, didn’t have the courage to take on that responsibility myself. Now I own a number of carry guns, and train regularly. Thank you USCCA for being such a valuable resource.

    • @USCCAOfficial
      @USCCAOfficial  2 роки тому +1

      We are glad you see the value we have to offer! What other type of content would you like to see?

    • @lokiprepper
      @lokiprepper 2 роки тому +1

      @@USCCAOfficial
      The stuff y’all already put out is great. I like the training scenarios you guys do. Good food for thought.

  • @monicaperez2843
    @monicaperez2843 2 роки тому +8

    If I weren't disabled (and unemployed), very likely I would have been a well-trained gun owner and a member of USCCA!

    • @furonwarrior
      @furonwarrior 2 роки тому +8

      How does your disability and your employment impair you from being trained?

    • @monicaperez2843
      @monicaperez2843 2 роки тому +1

      @@furonwarrior
      Have severe arthritis throughout my body. Use a cane/walking stick, and a wheelchair on occasion.

    • @monicaperez2843
      @monicaperez2843 2 роки тому +1

      @@furonwarrior
      Accidentally said "employed" when I meant to say unemployed/on Disability.

    • @TheMillieSmalls
      @TheMillieSmalls 2 роки тому +7

      If I was disabled and unemployed that would serve as a great reason to be able to protect myself and get trained

    • @davidcantwell2489
      @davidcantwell2489 2 роки тому +1

      @@TheMillieSmalls
      Please tell me how you would draw and fire a firearm with any kind of accuracy when operating a knife and fork is a challenge in and of itself. That is what rheumatoid arthritis did to my aunt. I have to appendix carry because I can't reach around my hip and draw. Having said all that I can only say never give up trying.

  • @Tang0Fox1
    @Tang0Fox1 2 роки тому +3

    As a person not in the USA i'm pleasantly surprised that at least some Americans still recognise your rights. I've been constantly wondering why people in your country hate themselves so much that they would attack your very freedoms.

  • @lamarcarter6699
    @lamarcarter6699 2 роки тому +5

    I can’t afford to join Ussca but I do understand their commitment to people

    • @alandockins3034
      @alandockins3034 2 роки тому +4

      Uscca is one of the best organizations that I have ever been involved in band member for five years great training great insurance cheap 35 bucks a month and they have your back 24/7 I suggest everybody get insured by them it's like car insurance might need it someday might not need it

    • @lamarcarter6699
      @lamarcarter6699 2 роки тому +1

      Thank you

  • @montewall6142
    @montewall6142 2 роки тому +4

    Gun safety starts at home. People who have guns should teach their children about guns safety and what they can do and how to shoot. Children are never too young to iearn about gun about safety my dad taught me about gun safety and shooting at 6 years-old.

  • @kennethmcdonald5278
    @kennethmcdonald5278 Рік тому +1

    I have trained my wife , children nieces , and nephews , as well as grandchildren in how to use a firearm . We both carry.- everywhere

  • @docbailey3265
    @docbailey3265 2 роки тому +1

    So, I watched TopShot season 4 and I must say, Chris Chang was totally awesome. Yep.

  • @tacticsoptical7488
    @tacticsoptical7488 2 роки тому +14

    Thank you the stories of the people were stories we all can relate too. ❤

  • @theagenejean768
    @theagenejean768 2 роки тому +3

    Thank you so much guys for the service
    May the lord bless 🇺🇸

  • @kaiblackout6216
    @kaiblackout6216 2 роки тому +8

    Nice to hear these things. These people need to open their minds to what the Second Amendment is truly for and what they need to be thinking about for family protection!

  • @moonbaby1723
    @moonbaby1723 10 місяців тому

    I love all these people sharing their stories about how firearms make them feel empowered to protect themselves and their families. As a single mother I know that I feel safer with firearms in my home and on my person!

  • @steemerxaxon1643
    @steemerxaxon1643 2 роки тому +1

    ONE OF THE GREATEST ORGANIZATIONS ON THE PLANET... PEOPLE get as many people as you can to join (USCCA) as well as GOA, NRA, & any other possible ones to join...!!!

  • @jerry-cw9yw
    @jerry-cw9yw 2 роки тому

    Those last two women are awesome. its sad you have to have your experiences to be so tough, but you made it to the awesome level. Make sure you have good neighbors willing to help you look out for yourselves and good luck.

    • @W5LMP
      @W5LMP Рік тому

      Q+4ar45

  • @kenmosburg2445
    @kenmosburg2445 Рік тому

    Great stories and experiences. The last lady has the most clear understanding of realities, dangers, and the foundations of all crime, desires and choices of people. We have more people every year who don't have resourcefulness, or, motivation to learn how to acquire resourcefulness and responsibility. We will ALWAYS HAVE FAILED HUMANS WHO WANT SOMETHING YOU HAVE, without having to work for and earn it for themselves. Everyone needs to learn to recognize the profiles of criminal minds, or else you will likely be taken out by them in the future. Discuss that person with an authority who has to deal with those types, perhaps they can give you hints, and helps to deal with the problems that are going to eventually arrive.

  • @garymileur301
    @garymileur301 2 роки тому +1

    Finally, all the things I trained my children in, all these actions and knowledge these people are talking about I past on to my family. At a point in my parenting life I was told I was wrong in doing these actions with my children and now people are finally excepting what I knew all those decades ago. How could you figure.

  • @smileydeassman5573
    @smileydeassman5573 Рік тому +1

    These are amazing individuals with such great insights: 2nd Amendment as a civil right, training exactly like we are going to have to fight, people as the evil doers, being open with our 2A beliefs. So great in so few.

  • @tofu860ify
    @tofu860ify 2 роки тому +10

    Yes, we need more Asian-Americans to bear arms.

    • @lokiprepper
      @lokiprepper 2 роки тому +1

      Asian Americans, and law abiding Americans of all backgrounds who love liberty. My moms best friend is Asian American, and we are of Irish and Yugoslav ancestry. We view the 2nd amendment as one of the most precious affirmations of human rights.

    • @stephaniefisher2241
      @stephaniefisher2241 2 роки тому

      Hyphenated Americans? It's one or the other.

  • @franklinstower6721
    @franklinstower6721 2 роки тому +1

    These are the kinds of videos and people who NEED to be on mainstream news and TV. Every single American, gun owner/2A supporter or not, needs to hear this kind of stuff. Regular Americans who can prove that we SHOULD have guns and why. I'm going to show this to my wife so she may better understand why I seem "obsessed"... we have a very young child and since their birth I have doubled down on learning and training and just all around vigilance. I will not lose my family or life without a loud bloody fight

    • @chachi9525
      @chachi9525 Рік тому

      In reality, there are people who quietly do what they must do and then there are people like you, who talk big about doing things they want others to believe you'd do.

  • @theotrman1
    @theotrman1 2 роки тому +1

    Excellent dialogue.

  • @ken244
    @ken244 Рік тому

    Great diversity and messages for the 2A supporters. Thank all 4 of them for their thoughts and sharing their life story's.

  • @mortykatz2236
    @mortykatz2236 2 роки тому +3

    So inspiring

  • @monicaperez2843
    @monicaperez2843 2 роки тому +9

    This program (and a few others) shows me that evil exists (and Hell exists if we have a just G_D).

  • @TheLoneRanger745
    @TheLoneRanger745 2 роки тому +1

    The Young lady in the burgundy jacket, spoke with wisdom . They all speak truth ,

    • @chachi9525
      @chachi9525 Рік тому

      TO Michael Ludeke: Not Jay, his story is based in pure imagination, Jay is a liar and a bad one at that. Do you believe he scared away multiple individuals armed with guns by himself?

  • @kennethcurtis1856
    @kennethcurtis1856 Рік тому +1

    "Self defense ... begins with the idea that you are worth defending." Rorion Gracie

  • @jsnchz2403
    @jsnchz2403 Рік тому

    We need to share more stories like this to help educate those who don’t know or choose to look the other way because of what the media tells them

  • @Mark-ir3df
    @Mark-ir3df Рік тому

    Very educational.I really learnt a lot.THANKS😊

  • @billyjones9045
    @billyjones9045 2 роки тому +2

    I taught my kids to shoot since they were 6or7 years old just like my father taught me . saved my daughter's life when she was about 8 years old. she had to draw down on the guy .

  • @emconsultant
    @emconsultant 10 місяців тому

    Pocket carry holsters work the best for me. I carry several calibers in my EDC rotation. Even a standard size XD-45.

  • @traquilito20
    @traquilito20 2 роки тому +1

    Absolutely love this.

  • @STEVEARABIA1
    @STEVEARABIA1 2 роки тому

    Incredible, powerful, diverse stories.

  • @TXLOVER
    @TXLOVER 2 роки тому

    All these people in this panel are amazing.

  • @adamtaylor4298
    @adamtaylor4298 2 роки тому +5

    This is 2nd Amendment should work for all law abiding citizen who take gun ownership responsibly. Second Amendment is every law abiding citizen Right to bare arms. That right can be revoke that moment you committed a crime. It’s important responsible gun owner should know your Constitutional right to bare arms as well as your Constitutional responsibility to the American society.

  • @spiritmoonintuitive
    @spiritmoonintuitive Рік тому

    This was so interesting, powerful and honest. It's why I own & carry.

  • @robertwadas
    @robertwadas 2 роки тому +1

    I would never open my door to a group of armed people.. call 911... yell at the door that police are on the way... retreat to your children... Opening the door was the probably the least safe thing to do... You keep the barrier locked that protects your children

    • @chachi9525
      @chachi9525 Рік тому

      EL MODERN: EXACTLY! I wrote a similar comment earier tonight, Jay is an idiot, if his neighbors had called the police and they showed up to find Jay with a gun and multiple "individules" also armed with guns, engaged in a heated exchange in front of his house, he could have been shot.
      Jay's story is pure fantasy created to fool the USCCA into including him in this panel.

  • @darrellreedy9265
    @darrellreedy9265 2 роки тому

    Fantastic stories..everyone should hear these stories and understand how important it is to protect our selves and families. Thank you for sharing this video.

    • @chachi9525
      @chachi9525 Рік тому

      If someone doesn't inherantly posses the understanding of the importance of self-preservation and the protection of family, then they are too stupid to safely handle firearms to begin with.

    • @kennymcdonald2326
      @kennymcdonald2326 Рік тому

      Chachi, training is knowledge. People need to be knowledgeable inorder to know and use guns. No need to insult those that know nothing about guns. AGAIN KNOWLEDGE IS ACQUIRED BY TRAINING

    • @chachi9525
      @chachi9525 Рік тому

      @@kennymcdonald2326 Yes, but to my point: If you don't have the training you shouldn't touch a firearm, period.
      I have talked this talk and walked this walk with myself and my son. He didn't touch even unloaded pistol for two years after I first showed him one of mine.
      We watched hours of UA-cam videos over those two years.
      After six months being able to recite the rules of firearm safety, and describe the safety features of each of my guns he was allowed to hold my unloaded Sig P226.
      The first thing he did was to point it in a safe direction with his finger off the trigger and eject the magazine, then he racked the slide and engaged the slide release to show me it was completely unloaded.
      The first day I took him to the range, the RSOs were impressed with his sritch adherence to the range rules.
      They were also amazed at his proper grip, stance and gun handling.
      His shot placement (6.5 inches) was incredible at 25 feet for the first magazine ever shot with a 9mm P226 by an 11 year old.
      His shooting is above par even for seasoned adults, but is secondary to his demonstration of firearm safe handling, this is per the RSOs.
      So yes, I can be rude, because guns are an extremely serious topic and I don't want some dullard who is on the firing line "learning knowledge" to kill my son or anyone else because they had a negligent discharge.

    • @kennymcdonald2326
      @kennymcdonald2326 Рік тому

      Chachi, the word stupid should not have been used. I commend you on training your children. I'm a firm believer in gun safety and training.

    • @kennymcdonald2326
      @kennymcdonald2326 Рік тому

      Chachi, God bless and be safe.

  • @steemerxaxon1643
    @steemerxaxon1643 2 роки тому +4

    I'M A GUN OWNER & ILL BE ONE WHEN I DIE

    • @chachi9525
      @chachi9525 Рік тому

      Think about what you just said...how are you planning to die? Ugh.

  • @randysiler7458
    @randysiler7458 Рік тому

    I was raised to learn how to shoot and respect firearms. My dad bought me a M1 carbine to deer hunt with when I was 8 years old. Before that it was 22LR at the range practice.

  • @SubieNinja
    @SubieNinja Рік тому +1

    how many customers has USCCA gone after for fees after they plead down to a lesser charge at the recommendation of their legal council because according to the contract you sign when purchasing coverage from USCCA, USCCA can go after you for what they paid your lawyer if you are convicted of a crime which is very common in self defense cases

    • @wydopnthrtl
      @wydopnthrtl Рік тому +1

      I've heard this elsewhere. Hopefully in the next 11mos I don't have a need

  • @milliondollaboiibsb4927
    @milliondollaboiibsb4927 2 роки тому +4

    This was awesome

  • @willmcminn9192
    @willmcminn9192 2 роки тому

    I press my children to learn everything they can. Especially the stuff that isn't taught in school. We shoot regularly, they have to recite the 4 basic rules of firearm safety before we get the guns out. God bless you guys, , , and gal's.

  • @trevormassoth2802
    @trevormassoth2802 2 роки тому +1

    Gun rights are civil rights. Put it on a bumper sticker!

  • @Galenthor
    @Galenthor Рік тому +1

    Our primary job as parents is to protect our children, regardless of the situation...

    • @kennethcurtis1856
      @kennethcurtis1856 Рік тому

      My job as a parent was to teach my children how to protect themselves.

  • @russelljackson7034
    @russelljackson7034 2 роки тому

    Right on

  • @williammoore446
    @williammoore446 2 роки тому +3

    American gun owners need to call the authority's and tell them their guns were stolen and bury them somewhere else.

    • @richlabombard6780
      @richlabombard6780 2 роки тому +3

      Rather than burying our guns, we need to stand proud and defiant. This is a freedom, a constitutional right we are exercising.
      How did you get “bury our guns” out in the backyard out of this?

    • @chachi9525
      @chachi9525 Рік тому

      William Moore: Good luck with that. You should think about what you say before touching the keyboard, if we all bury our guns, how the fuhk will we be able to use them when we need them?
      Uhhhhhh duh!

  • @juanornelas7446
    @juanornelas7446 Рік тому

    Tell you what I’ve known how to shoot at a single digit age. That 10/22 ruger hit so many cans, targets, squirrels, rabbits, turtle’s,and rat’s. That skill helped me as a soldier/Medic/MP.

  • @lucasalpiste6120
    @lucasalpiste6120 2 роки тому +2

    Shall not be infringed

  • @chriskopec1858
    @chriskopec1858 2 роки тому +1

    Blessings to all. 👍❤❤❤👍

  • @marioacevedo9785
    @marioacevedo9785 2 роки тому +2

    This is for Chris chain . Gun is one thing and sexs is another cannot mix them together and they are not alike

  • @theplinkerslodge6361
    @theplinkerslodge6361 2 роки тому +1

    Good job with this vid.

  • @JRock3091
    @JRock3091 2 роки тому +1

    Armed guys don't get bashed, Armed mothers do not have their kids kidnapped, or are assaulted. Men should always legally and lawfully bare arms. Educators should be empowered to defend America's youth.

  • @kleezer1
    @kleezer1 Рік тому

    16:41-17:20 hit so hard and is so important

  • @squidly2112
    @squidly2112 2 роки тому +1

    Fantastic people!!!

  • @LadyTam55
    @LadyTam55 2 роки тому

    Been a member for a few years now and my USCCA card is right with my CCW and DL
    I am getting ready to start traveling with a toy hauler to carry my trike. Ok I am putting a safe in as this is going to be my home for next many years. So I will,be using the your site to up all the states I plan to drive thru. I know some states require you to keep your firearm in one safe and ammo in another area. I will have both pistols and long rifles in my safe all but what is on my side. My main thing I will be checking out is what feel I need to have close to hand if I need it while I am within my home. My EDC will be close but there's times it may not be close enough. Disable Veteran here so yes I know how to keep and carry and if a state don't recognize my CCW permit then I don't spend my $$$ there. Ok where I am going as here where I live mist people carry in AZ. But like when I go to the VA in Alb if on my trike or I don't have a safe to lock up what I have I drop off at a good friends 🏠. It's called being responsible.

  • @futokarin9745
    @futokarin9745 2 роки тому +1

    Why does every gun owner need to watch this?

  • @jmomrodgers2888
    @jmomrodgers2888 Рік тому

    I think a point that really hits home for a conservative mama, like me, is this: you ARE your family's first responder. Yes it might be "the man's job to protect" but it's OUR jobs as Mama to be there for when your man is out providing. At least that's what got ME into guns.

  • @RubiconSS26
    @RubiconSS26 2 роки тому

    Whew, Jennifer is delightful. Hopefully she has or will find a Good Guy (they are still out there) IF she doesn't at least she can take care of herself. Good for Her!

  • @futokarin9745
    @futokarin9745 2 роки тому

    Tip nobody tells you learn how to shoot while moving if you’re standing still and someone actually knows what they are doing you are dead. try to get to a light jog and accurate. The hip fire or low ready is good for this practice. good luck standing still

  • @jerrypeal1207
    @jerrypeal1207 2 роки тому

    Great info

  • @loctite222ms
    @loctite222ms 2 роки тому

    Gunman at your kid's school 6 miles away. Even armed and well trained in this situation as a civilian, the only real action can take is staying out of the way of law enforcement. It might be different if you were already there when it started. I do understand that this was a catalyst into considering there might be situations where you might need a to defend yourself or loved ones with your firearm.

  • @michaelgrimes83
    @michaelgrimes83 2 роки тому +1

    The woman with the abusive husband, is exactly why I teach my daughters how to shoot!! I’ve taught them and continue to teach them firearms safety, shooting, draw and fire, hunting (this is so they know how it feels to take a life without taking a human life) also teach them how to dress out the animal they harvest( so they know what a firearm does to a body!!!) I also teach then you need a partner for companionship!!! You can take help and help your spouse but you need to be independent or self reliant!!! I teach then how to check oil, change oil, check and change brakes, washer too off fluids in a vehicle, what tools do what, how ti build stuff anything that’s not TYPICALLY a roll of the AVERAGE woman!!! There are plenty of woman out there doing every and any job not saying they don’t or they can’t by any means!!! Just saying if they aren’t taught same as boys they won’t know!!! But I try to teach them not forcefully they actually want to learn it but I try to teach all of my knowledge!! And they lean how to be a girl. And woman from their mother!!! Stories like yours let me know I’m doing the right thing!!! Very happy your now safe and taking the steps to insure you and your sons safety!!! Thank God you made it out of that situation and God bless!!!

  • @mikehatch1967
    @mikehatch1967 Рік тому

    The most important thing to know about guns is shun safety!! Before you every Touch a gun or hear anything about guns you need to learn the basic gun safety rules! And treat any gun you see as though it is a loaded weapon.

  • @Cj1985_GT
    @Cj1985_GT 2 роки тому +1

    My daughters are 8 and 9 and I am teaching them how to shoot my Heritage Rough Rider .22, my Sar USA 9MM and my Magnum Research Baby Eagle .45acp. And they handle them well.

    • @happydays2741
      @happydays2741 2 роки тому

      My grandson started shooting an ar15 at 5 years old.

    • @chachi9525
      @chachi9525 Рік тому

      @@happydays2741 Good for him! My daughter wore a Kydex holster on her diaper with a Desert Eagle when she was 15 months old!

  • @RotterStudios
    @RotterStudios 2 роки тому

    Best one and probably only one to watch starts at 29 minutes.