NRA-PVF Endorses Shelly Short for Election to Washington House District 7

Fairfax, VA – The National Rifle Association Political Victory Fund (NRA-PVF) announces its endorsement of Shelly Short for election in Washington’s 7th Legislative District on November 4.

“Shelly Short has a strong commitment to the Second Amendment and our country's rich hunting heritage,” said Chris W. Cox. “Because of her pro-gun support, Shelly Short has earned an ‘A’ rating and an endorsement from NRA-PVF.”

Candidate Shelly Short is a solid advocate for the right to keep and bear arms in Washington. As a gun owner and NRA member, Shelly Short believes that the rights of law-abiding citizens to own firearms and defend themselves and their families must be protected.

Shelly Short’s opponent, Sue Lani Madsen, stands in stark contrast to Short’s commitment to the Second Amendment. In conversations with NRA, Madsen expressed support of licensing and registration of legally owned firearms – a fundamental disagreement with NRA’s legislative priorities. In addition, Madsen published an entry on her website admitting her indecision on licensing and registration. NRA and Washington gun owners in House District 7 cannot ignore this position, and as a result NRA-PVF has downgraded Sue Lani Madsen from a ‘B’ to a ‘C’ rating.

“Sportsmen and gun owners in Washington can trust Shelly Short, and trust that she will support and defend their Second Amendment rights,” Cox continued. “We urge all NRA members and gun owners in Washington House District 7 to vote for Shelly Short on November 4.”

Chris W. Cox serves as Chairman of NRA-PVF. The National Rifle Association Political Victory Fund is responsible for political candidate rankings. These are based on candidate voting records, public statements and responses to NRA-PVF questionnaires.

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