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Right to bear arms important

Originally published: August 01. 2008 3:01AM
Last modified: July 31. 2008 11:22PM

Dear Editor:

One of the most important issues to me as a voter in the Eighth Senate District is our Second Amendment rights. As American citizens, we have a distinct right to bear arms in order to provide for our own self defense, the defense of our home, and even the defense of our nation, if needed. In Blount and Sevier counties, we need a state senator who will protect our rights and fight anti-gun legislation, and that is one of the main reasons why I am supporting Doug Overbey for State Senate on Aug. 7.

Doug Overbey was given an A+ rating by the National Rifle Association, and has been given that rating ever since becoming a Representative. He has been endorsed by the NRA in previous elections, and will continue to fight for our rights in the state senate. As an endowment member of the NRA, that is something that is of great importance to me.

It is not enough to say that you will protect our rights, but as a legislator, you must be effective and reasonable. I have read in the Knoxville News-Sentinel that Doug was rated the most effective Republican member of the state house, and that translates to more effective representation for gun owners. Doug has voted with the NRA numerous times on gun legislation, and will continue to do that for the next four years. As a representative, he has demonstrated his desire to personally contact the people of Blount County on any issue that may concern them.

Blount and Sevier counties need an effective, conservative senator who will stand up for the rights of its citizens. That is why I am supporting Doug in the Aug. 7 Republican Primary and believe that all gun owners in the eighth district should consider him as well.

Sincerely,

John Dixon

5515 U.S. 411 South

Maryville, TN 37801

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