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Karen Finney: NRA And ALEC Played “Huge Role” In Passing “Shoot First” Laws Across The Country

Written by Media Matters Staff

Published 03/23/12 1:40 PM EDT

From the March 23 edition of NOW with Alex Wagner:

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Previously:

ALEC Has Pushed The NRA's “Stand Your Ground” Law Across The Nation

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