Perdue endorsed by NRA

bniolet — Tue, 22 Apr 2008 15:49:55 -0400

Lt. Gov. Beverly Perdue has been endorsed by the National Rifle Association.

The Political Victory Fund of the gun rights group picked Perdue in the Democratic race for governor. The endorsement has been a low-key affair. Perdue, who normally trumpets her endorsements in news releases, has not made reporters aware of the NRA's support. Dome asked the NRA about it.

Andrew Arulanandam, public affairs director for the NRA said the endorsements were based on candidates record on gun issues

"We want to make sure that candidates are supportive of the rights of law-abiding gun owners while simultaneously being very tough on criminals," Arulanandam said.

Perdue's opponent, state Treasurer Richard Moore attacked Perdue over her voting record on guns.

Previously: In the Republican primary, the group endorsed Fred Smith.

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