The 2nd Amendment of the United States Constitution gives Americans the right to keep and bear arms. I will do everything in my power to protect that fundamental right so that responsible citizens can buy, sell, or trade guns.

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The following is a letter received from the NRA on September 13, 2006:
From: Anthony Roulette, National Rifle Association

Date: Sept. 13, 2006

Subject: NRA "A" Rating and Endorsement

Dear Senator Smith,

On behalf of the NRA Political Victory Fund and all our members in the State of North Carolina, I am pleased to inform you of your "A" rating and endorsement for the 2006 General Election in North Carolina Senate District 12.

Our members will interpret your "A" rating and endorsement as an indication you are a pro-Second Amendment/pro-hunting candidate who supports sportsmen and gun-owners on every issue. Please feel free to share this endorsement with your constituents as you see fit.

If you have any questions or comments concerning your rating or endorsement, please feel free to call me. I wish you the best of luck in your campaign.

Sincerely,

Anthony Roulette

North Carolina State Liaison

NRA-ILA, State and Local Affairs