National Rifle Association Endorses Congressman Patrick McHenry In Republican Primary
Gun Rights Group Calls On Members To Support McHenry On May 6
Washington, Apr 30, 2008 -
WASHINGTON – Today, the National Rifle Association endorsed Congressman Patrick McHenry (R-NC-10) for reelection over his primary opponent, Lance Sigmon.
“Patrick McHenry has a perfect pro-gun voting record in Congress and is a great friend to gun owners in North Carolina,” said Chris W. Cox, Executive Director and Chairman of the NRA’s Political Victory Fund. “On behalf of thousands of NRA members in North Carolina, the NRA Political Victory Fund is proud to endorse Congressman McHenry for re-election to the U.S. House of Representatives.”
According to the NRA’s endorsement, “During his tenure in Congress, Rep. McHenry voted to stop bogus lawsuits against gun manufacturers and dealers, to prohibit gun confiscation during states of emergency and to repeal the gun ban and restore self-defense rights to residents of the District of Columbia.”
“Congressman McHenry has also consistently supported the constitutional rights of law-abiding gun owners and sportsmen, demonstrating a strong commitment to the Second Amendment and our hunting heritage. McHenry’s solidly pro-gun and pro-hunting voting record has earned him an “A” rating and endorsement from NRA-PVF.”
“The choice is clear. Congressman Patrick McHenry’s votes and actions have earned the trust and support of NRA members in North Carolina,” concluded Cox. “We encourage our members and fellow hunters and shooters to vote for Patrick McHenry for Congress on Tuesday, May 6th.”
“The right to bear arms is a basic, fundamental right in this country,” said Congressman McHenry. “”The Constitution protects the right of the people to protect themselves and their families.”
“It is a great honor to be endorsed by the National Rifle Association, and I remain wholeheartedly committed to our shared mission of defending Americans’ Second Amendment rights.”
In addition to publicly endorsing Congressman McHenry for reelection over Lance Sigmon, the NRA will mobilize its sizeable Western North Carolina membership to support the Congressman on May 6.