The anti-gun crowd is relentless in trying to blame society's ills on the private ownership of guns. There are numerous bills floating around Congress that would add more and more restrictions on gun ownership and ammunition availability. Nancy Pelosi is one of the most aggressive advocates for more and more gun control, and we have seen that she calls the shots for Tom Perriello's votes on key issues. We cannot trust Perriello to accurately represent the 5th District on this issue.

The National Rifle Association (NRA) has given Sen. Robert Hurt an "A" rating for his efforts as a Virginia legislator. Hurt will continue to be a strong supporter of the Second Amendment rights as our 5th District congressman.

Vote for Robert Hurt on June 8 and protect our Second Amendment rights.

William H. (Bill) Fowle

Gretna