FIRST ON FOX – The Nationwide Rifle Affiliation (NRA) gave their full endorsement to “fervent patriot” Republican North Carolina Lt. Gov. Mark Robinson in his bid to increase his meteoric political rise and develop into governor of the Tar Heel State, Fox Information Digital has realized.
“It is with immense pride and unwavering support that I, on behalf of the National Rifle Association members across North Carolina, extend to you the NRA-PVF’s highest accolade, the ‘A+’ rating, and our full endorsement for your gubernatorial bid in the 2024 North Carolina Primary Election,” NRA-ILA Govt Director Randy Kozuch wrote in a letter to Robinson Tuesday.
Robinson assumed workplace as North Carolina lieutenant governor in 2021, turning into the state’s first Black American to carry the workplace. He introduced final April he would run for governor.
Kozuch detailed in his endorsement letter that Robinson’s battle to guard the Second Modification has resonated not solely with NRA members in North Carolina, however with law-abiding gun homeowners nationwide.
The NRA endorsed Republican North Carolina Lt. Gov. Mark Robinson in his bid for governor. (NRA)
“Your resolute defense of the Second Amendment and the principles of liberty has profoundly resonated with our members, not just in North Carolina but across the nation. Your assertion that the protection of the citizenry’s right to keep and bear arms is not just a policy stance but a fundamental cornerstone of freedom, echoes the very ethos of the NRA,” Kozuch mentioned in his letter.
Robinson went viral in 2018 when he delivered an impassioned speech relating to gun legal guidelines throughout a metropolis council assembly in Greensboro, earlier than he was elected to political workplace. His speech got here in response to native leaders debating whether or not to cancel a gun present following the Parkland college capturing in Florida that very same 12 months.
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“I’m a law-abiding citizen who’s never shot anybody,” Robinson mentioned on the assembly, which was considered 200 million occasions. “Every time we have one of these shootings, nobody wants to put the blame where it goes, which is at the shooter’s feet. You want to put it at my feet. You want to turn around and restrict my right.”
The viral speech catapulted Robinson into politics, together with delivering an NRA speech in 2018 earlier than he secured the lieutenant governorship. Robinson beforehand labored as a furnishings manufacturing facility worker in North Carolina and is an Military veteran.
Republican North Carolina Lt. Gov. Mark Robinson throughout an NRA occasion. (NRA)
“On April 3, 2018, you stood tall as a beacon of liberty before the Greensboro City Council, vowing to be the unwavering voice for the rights of law-abiding citizens. A mere month later, you boldly took the national stage, addressing the national media and fellow NRA members and Second Amendment champions at the 2018 NRA Leadership Forum,” Kozuch mentioned in his letter.
Kozuch mentioned Robinson’s rise in politics has been “nothing short of remarkable,” whereas highlighting that the North Carolina Republican has remained devoted to defending the Second Modification whereas in political workplace.
“Your ascent over the past six years has been nothing short of remarkable. As a fervent patriot and defender of freedom, you took the courageous step to run for office, emerged victorious, and have since ceaselessly upheld your solemn pledge to defend the rights of law-abiding gun owners,” he mentioned.
Individuals stroll previous signage within the hallways exterior the exhibit halls on the NRA Annual Assembly held on the George R. Brown Conference Heart on Thursday, Might 26, 2022 in Houston. (AP Picture/Michael Wyke)
Robinson’s ideology is rooted in “common-sense conservatism,” in line with his official lieutenant governor biography, with him specializing in “protecting the life of the unborn, defending the 2nd Amendment, giving control over children’s education back to parents, standing up for law enforcement, addressing veterans’ care, and enacting election reform.”
The state’s Republican primary for governor can be held March 5, when Robinson will face off in opposition to state Treasurer Dale Folwell and veteran trial lawyer Invoice Graham.
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“This endorsement is a testament to your steadfast commitment to the Second Amendment and your relentless efforts to safeguard the right of North Carolinians to defend themselves and their loved ones,” Kozuch mentioned in his letter.
