Oliver North speaks at the NRA convention in Dallas, Texas, last Friday. Conservatives and gun-rights supporters hailed him as a patriot who will vigorously battle efforts to restrict access to firearms. "Oliver North is a legendary warrior for American freedom, a gifted communicator and skilled leader," NRA CEO Wayne LaPierre said. In a statement, North said he was honoured to be selected and "eager to hit the ground running." The gun lobby "will be led by a man whose own concealed carry permit was revoked because he was `not of good character."'

Source: Bangkok Post May 07, 2018 23:26 UTC