Tactical Insights

A growing media narrative claims that “Christian Nationalism” is a dangerous threat to America. But this caricature ignores a basic historical reality: the United States was founded on Christian moral principles and a belief that rights come from God, not government. From the Declaration of Independence to the writings of Washington, Madison, and Adams, the founders made clear that liberty depends on a moral and religious people. Deny that foundation, and the entire concept of fundamental rights begins to unravel.

Special Rifle Threat (SRT) body armor is rapidly becoming one of the most searched armor categories for users looking for lightweight rifle protection. This guide breaks down how SRT armor works, the differences between polyethylene and hybrid plates, and how modern RF2 protection fits into real-world loadouts.

Open carry feels like preparedness, but in practice it’s usually the opposite. The moment you strap a gun on your hip in public, you’ve surrendered two-thirds of the combat triad before anything even happens. You’ve given up situational advantage by broadcasting your capability, and you’ve compromised preparedness by making yourself the obvious first target. You may be armed—but you’ve also announced exactly where you are, what you have, and why an adversary should act first. Concealed carry preserves discretion. Open carry replaces it with theater. And in real-world self-defense, theater gets people hurt.

Learn what NIJ body armor ratings mean, how the transition to the NIJ 0101.07 standard changed threat classifications, and how those changes affect selecting the right body armor in 2026.