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LESSON 2006: THE GUN VOTE MATTERS

12:40am Wednesday, November 08, 2006

Story originally posted at 12:40 a.m. Updates will continue throughout the day. By Chad D. Baus In a pre-election article focusing on the possible (and now real) outcome of the national Congressional races, Dave Kopel, research director at the Independence Institute, said this: "Things look a lot better for the Second Amendment than they do for the Republican party." That statement is equally...

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Second Thoughts: How will the upcoming elections affect gun rights?

12:05am Monday, November 06, 2006

November 2, 2006 By Dave Kopel NationalReview.com Things look a lot better for the Second Amendment than they do for the Republican party. A race-by-race analysis of the Senate suggests that, while party control of the Senate could change, the Senate is very likely to retain a pro-gun working majority. A 50-seat tsunami in the House would result in a gain of over two dozen seats for anti-gun...

Richard Cordray, another Ohio Democrat who “gets it”

12:10am Friday, November 03, 2006

By Ken Hanson Those who have received our voter guide or read our website recently are aware that this PAC has endorsed Sandra O’Brien, Republican candidate for State Treasurer. In fact, one of the proudest achievements of this primary season was the grassroots effort that helped propel Sandra O’Brien to victory over anti-gun, Bob Bennett-anointed Jeanette Bradley. This is not meant to be a...

Marietta Times: Special deer hunt for area youth

12:05am Friday, November 03, 2006

The Marietta Times is reporting that area farmers and wildlife specialists are teaming up to sponsor a special deer hunt for area youth who otherwise may have a difficult time getting out into the field this season. From the story: Organizers say the event benefits farmers by reducing crop damage and also teaches children about their heritage and about ethical hunting. Participating farmers have...

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DeWine campaign debate: Who delivers more votes — the NRA or editorial boards?

12:10am Wednesday, November 01, 2006

The Columbus Dispatch is outlining some of the major obstacles Senator Mike De-Wine is trying to overcome as he seeks re-election to the U.S. Senate against Democrat Sherrod Brown. Close to top on the list is, of course, the Senator's long history of anti-gun rights votes. From the article: DeWine’s precarious tumble in the polls has prompted a round of recriminations by those who have been close...

NW OH: 2 judges square off for appellate court

12:05am Wednesday, November 01, 2006

The Toledo Blade is reporting this week on a race that should be on the radar of every pro-gun voter in Ohio's 6th Appellate District. (Not sure what pro-gun candidates will be appearing on your ballot next Tuesday? Click here to get your personalized slate card of pro-gun candidates!) Lucas County Common Pleas Judge Thomas Osowik is running against Buckeye Firearms Association endorsee and Judge...

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Will Ohio gun owners go for the Democrat?

12:10am Tuesday, October 31, 2006

By Gerard Valentino (This commentary has also been published at CNSNews.com ) Ohio Republican gubernatorial candidate Ken Blackwell has been described by some conservatives as a rising political star. Blackwell's platform includes support for the Second Amendment right to bear arms as well as fiscal and social conservatism. But that apparently hasn't helped him, as the latest polls put him...

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CNSNews: 'Mayors Against Illegal Guns' Preparing Their Assault

12:10am Friday, October 27, 2006

CNSNews.com is reporting that more than one hundred of the nation's mayors are breathing new life into the gun control movement. From the story: The "Mayors Against Illegal Guns Coalition," a bipartisan group of 109 mayors in 44 states, is meeting Thursday in Chicago to "share strategies in the fight against illegal guns." According to the coalition's website, those strategies include "how to...