Thursday, June 26, 2008

Burr on Supreme Court gun ban ruling

WASHINGTON, D.C. – U.S. Senator Richard Burr (R-NC) released the following statement today in response to the Supreme Court’s ruling on District of Columbia v. Heller:

“I applaud the Supreme Court’s decision today.  The Second Amendment right to bear arms is a fundamental right of law-abiding citizens.  The Court made the right decision today because federal, state and local governments should not be able to arbitrarily take away freedoms that are reserved for the people by our Constitution.”

Daniel Johnson on Supreme Court gun ban ruling

Daniel Johnson, contender for North Carolina’s 10th Congressional District seat, responded to the United States Supreme Court’s decision to overturn the District of Columbia’s ban on gun ownership.

“I am glad that the Supreme Court has restored the Second Amendment rights of the citizens of the District of Columbia,” said Johnson, “I have always believed that the Second Amendment guarantees an individual American’s right to keep and bear arms, and this decision ends that debate.”

McHenry on Supreme Court gun ban ruling

WASHINGTON – Today, Congressman Patrick McHenry responded to the ruling by the United States Supreme Court overturning the District of Columbia’s ban on gun ownership.

“The right to bear arms is a basic, fundamental right in this country.  I’m glad the Supreme Court made it clear that this right is guaranteed to every individual citizen by the Second Amendment.  Shame on the four justices who blatantly disregarded the explicit text of our great Constitution,” Congressman McHenry declared.

Congressman McHenry co-signed an amicus brief submitted to the Court by several lawmakers urging protection of the right to bear arms.

Hagan on Supreme Court gun ban ruling

GREENSBORO, NC- State Senator and U.S. Senate Candidate Kay Hagan (D-Guilford) today praised the Supreme Court’s decision striking down Washington, D.C.’s gun ban, which was passed in 1976. Parker v. District of Columbia was overturned today in a 5-to-4 vote.

“I am a strong supporter of Second Amendment rights, and this ruling in favor of protecting those rights is the correct one. My children received lifelong hunting licenses when they were born, and hunting has been a favorite pastime of our family. Responsible gun ownership is not only part of the fabric of my state, but it is also a fundamental Constitutional right. This ruling is a victory for all law-abiding citizens and gun owners in this country, and I pledge to continue to protect their rights when I am in the U.S. Senate.”

Supreme Court overturns ban on handguns

The U.S. Supreme Court overturned a ban on hand guns in Washington, D.C. today in what is being viewed as an historic decision.

This following is the Associated Press story on the subject. I’ll also post reaction from various politicians.

High court affirms gun rights in historic decision

WASHINGTON (AP)—Silent on central questions of gun control for two centuries, the Supreme Court found its voice Thursday in a decision affirming the right to have guns for self-defense in the home and addressing a constitutional riddle almost as old as the republic over what it means to say the people may keep and bear arms.

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Daniel Johson to attend Iredell parade

Daniel Johnson, contender for North Carolina’s 10th Congressional District seat, will proudly participate in the Fourth Annual Iredell County Independence Celebration Parade.  This year’s parade honors our Vietnam-era Veterans, who will serve as the Grand Marshalls.

“As a former member of the military, I am honored to be part of this tribute to our Vietnam veterans,” said Johnson.  “The Iredell County parade is the coming home celebration that they deserve.”


Iredell County Independence Celebration Parade
Saturday, June 28th
11:00am
Troutman, North Carolina

McCrory calls on keeping Dorothea Dix open

McCrory Calls on Administration to Keep Dorothea Dix Open
‘Next governor should be given opportunity to bring new leadership to mental health’

Charlotte, N.C. – Mayor Pat McCrory today wrote to Gov. Mike Easley, Lt. Gov. Beverly Perdue, Senate President Pro Tem Marc Basnight and House Speaker Joe Hackney to urge them to keep Dorothea Dix Hospital open and adequately staffed for another year.  McCrory argued this would give the state’s next governor the opportunity to implement necessary mental health reforms.  Below is the text of his letter:

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Wednesday, June 25, 2008

Hagan: Dole wrong on my voting record

This is an email from Senate candidate Kathy Hagan this week disputing the claim of opponent and incumbent Elizabeth Dole.

WHAT ELIZABETH DOLE SAID:

(North Carolina Bar Association Forum; June 21, 2008):

“MY OPPONENT HAS VOTED TO MAKE IT EASIER FOR ILLEGAL IMMIGRANTS TO GET NORTH CAROLINA DRIVER’S LICENSES”

FACT: HAGAN VOTED TO INCREASE RESTRICTIONS ON DRIVER’S LICENSES FOR ILLEGAL IMMIGRANTS

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Commentary: President gets to be himself

Forgotten but not gone, president gets to be himself

By MARSHA MERCER
Media General News Service

WASHINGTON - As gigs go in this troubled economy, it’s not so bad being a profoundly unpopular lame-duck president.

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