Gun Rights a Hot Election Issue
Krey, Patrick, The New American
Pennsylvania: Prior to the November election, Democratic gubernatorial candidate Dan Onorato received the endorsement of Pennsylvania's leading anti-gun organization, CeaseFire PA, based on his firm stance against the so-called "Castle Doctrine" bill, WHYY reported. The Castle Doctrine refers to the legal right of homeowners to defend themselves in their homes. The bill in question would broaden the definition of property beyond just the interior of a home and remove the duty to retreat.
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Onorato's opponent, Republican Tom Corbett, took the opposing stance, telling supporters that, "I would sign it. This has been hotly debated throughout the …
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Publication information:
Article title: Gun Rights a Hot Election Issue.
Contributors: Krey, Patrick - Author.
Magazine title: The New American.
Volume: 26.
Issue: 23
Publication date: November 22, 2010.
Page number: 40.
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