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10-09-2010, 10:27 PM
Why the NRA is rallying behind endangered Democrats
Historically, the NRA has overwhelmingly supported Republicans. But Democrats began backing many pro-gun House candidates in 2006, and now the NRA is coming to their defense.
By Gail Russell Chaddock, Staff writer / October 8, 2010
Washington
The National Rifle Association – one of the top all-time donors to Republican candidates – is backing some of the most embattled House Democrats in Election 2010.
The endorsements this week come at a critical point in a campaign cycle expected to be bruising for Democrats, especially moderates elected in 2006 and 2008.
To read the rest of the story click the link below.
http://www.csmonitor.com/USA/Election-2010/House/2010/1008/Why-the-NRA-is-rallying-behind-endangered-Democrats
Steve
Historically, the NRA has overwhelmingly supported Republicans. But Democrats began backing many pro-gun House candidates in 2006, and now the NRA is coming to their defense.
By Gail Russell Chaddock, Staff writer / October 8, 2010
Washington
The National Rifle Association – one of the top all-time donors to Republican candidates – is backing some of the most embattled House Democrats in Election 2010.
The endorsements this week come at a critical point in a campaign cycle expected to be bruising for Democrats, especially moderates elected in 2006 and 2008.
To read the rest of the story click the link below.
http://www.csmonitor.com/USA/Election-2010/House/2010/1008/Why-the-NRA-is-rallying-behind-endangered-Democrats
Steve