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NRA-PVF Endorses Haley Barbour's Re-Election For Governor of Mississippi

Monday, October 1, 2007

Fairfax, VA. - The National Rifle Association's Executive Vice President Wayne LaPierre and NRA Political Victory Fund (NRA-PVF) Chairman Chris W. Cox are traveling across the State of Mississippi on October 1 for a tour announcing the endorsement of Governor Haley Barbour's re-election for Governor of Mississippi.

In his first term, Governor Barbour signed "Emergency Powers" legislation that protects law-abiding gun owners from firearms confiscation during a state of emergency and the "Castle Doctrine" that allows lawful citizens to defend their homes, families and businesses from criminals without fear of prosecution. Also, under the Governor's watch, legislation passed to lengthen mandatory prison sentences for gun crimes.

Governor Barbour's strong, pro-gun voting record has earned him an "A+" rating and endorsement by NRA-PVF.

Locations and times of events are as follows:

Jackson, Mississippi - 1p.m.
Magnolia Rifle and Pistol Club
181 Swinging Bridge Road
Florence, MS 39073

Tupelo, Mississippi - 3:30p.m.
Tupelo Furniture Market
1879 North Coley Road
Tupelo, MS 38801

Columbus, Mississippi - 5:15p.m.
Golden Triangle Regional Airport
2080 Airport Road
Columbus, MS

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The NRA Political Victory Fund (NRA-PVF) is NRA's political action committee. The NRA-PVF ranks political candidates — irrespective of party affiliation — based on voting records, public statements and their responses to an NRA-PVF questionnaire.