GOP Governor Pleases the New York Times, Irks the NRA

By Fred Lucas

Michigan Gov. Rick Snyder, a Republican, won praise from the New York Times editorial board and scorn from the National Rifle Association that endorsed him for re-election for vetoing legislation that would have loosened requirements for people who’ve had restraining orders taken out against them to get a concealed gun permit.

In an editorial Friday called “Standing up to the NRA,” the Times said: “With a veto on Thursday, Gov. Rick Snyder of Michigan stood as the rare Republican leader willing to buck the powerful gun lobby’s statehouse clout.”