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‘A well regulated militia, being necessary to the security of a free state, the right of the people to keep and bear arms, shall not be infringed.” – Amendment II

PA Right to Bear Arms

129 Starr Rd

Avondale, PA 19311

www.parighttobeararms.com

Dear Congressman Pitts
420 Cannon House Office Building
Washington, DC 20515
(1st Street and Independence Avenue)

I'm writing to you because I believe you share my goal of protecting and preserving our constitutional rights. While some of those rights are well understood and cherished by all Americans, one is under constant attack: the right to bear arms. I'm Michael Ruoss, Sr., a life long resident of Chester County, Pennsylvania and the founder of PA Right To Bear Arms

I am passionate about my support for the Second Amendment to the United States Constitution and my understanding of our forefeathers' reasoning for including it in the express rights given to all citizens. While that reasoning today is as valid, if not more so, than it was over 200 years ago, there is less knowledge about the history of and right conferred in the Second Amendment. I've made it my personal priority to share this information at every opportunity, particularly at fairs, shows parades and other community gatherings.

When I started the PA Right to Bear Arms website two years ago. I wanted to make a place where fellow citizens could find support, encouragement and education on the Second Amendment . If for no other reason than the growing rate of crime in our country, I feel we should have the right to protect ourselves as our forefathers stated in this historical document.

I know first hand that regardless of how diligent police may be, it is impossible to fully protect every citizen at every moment. I was raised in a law enforcement family. My grandfather, Vernon T. Ruoss, my father, Vernon C. Ruoss and myself were Constables in Chester County , Pennsylvania. My Grandfather was also the Fire Police Captain for Longwood Fire Company, Pennsylvania. My Father was a local Police Officer in three Pennsylvania communities. He was the first Dispatcher for Chester County Police Radio. My older brother, Richard Ruoss, was also a Police Officer in our hometown and currently is Assistant Chief for Kennett Fire Company. I was an active member of that fire company for over 25 years. I also was a constable for Kennett Square in Chester County , PA, serving 6 years in my community. Along with that I have 29 years of Security Guard work experience.

I do not condone nor suggest citizens break any current firearm laws. Proper education on gun safety and the need to require the legal permits to carry firearms are encouraged on the website. Firearm training courses are also highly recommended and scheduled on the site. The site does not support the illegal use , ownership and sales of firearms.

Apart from self defense, many Pennsylvania residents rely on hunting for food or sport. I feel strongly that should Pennsylvanians should be able to hunt for whatever reason they choose without hesitation that their right to do so is ever in question. In order for that to be possible, hunters must be confident in their knowledge of, and compliance with all associated laws and licensing requirements. Therefore I support the hunter safety program that Pennsylvania offers to its residents. It's a wonderful source of education for hunters of all ages.

I am currently in the process of looking for a small bus/box truck to turn into a traveling learning center. The plan is to have a comfortable place for people to visit and learn about their rights under the Second Amendment. Brochures, documents and videos will be available onboard as well as answers to individual questions through casual conversation with a knowledgeable individual (usually me).

The exterior of the vehicle will serve a traveling billboard to highlight the Second Amendment and the pride of being an American. One side of the bus will be reserved for the promotion of the individuals and businesses that have supported my efforts.

I'm reaching out to you in the hopes that you share my passion and may be able to help me spread the word. Currently I'm in need of donations to underwrite the cost of obtaining and outfitting the bus. All deductions are tax deductible (If they are MIke-- if not, strike that sentence.) Further, if you are already involved in promoting the Second Amendment, we'd appreciate any handouts you may have that we can use on our traveling learning center. Brochures, pamphlets and all promotional material will be welcomed.

In the last few years I've concentrated on the internet and radio to reach those already involved in Second Amendment projects and issues, as well as the large part of the populous either unaware of, or misinformed about, their Second Amendment rights.

My website, www.PARightToBearArms.com, has over (insert how many) visitors monthly. I've been featured in Pennsylvania Shooting News, the official publication of the Pennsylvania Rifle and Pistol Association, interviewed by Jim Johnson in the September/October 2008 issue (still online at www.pennarifleandpistol.org).

I also have support from Rollye James who does a radio show on XM Satellite Radio (www.rollye.net). She believes nothing is Constitutionally more important than fighting for the Second Amendment. It was her show that I heard Steve Bryant's song parodies. I was familiar with his name from being a host on the home shopping network, QVC, but did not realize he had written numerous songs on current events.

I approached Steve about writing a song pertaining to the Second Amendment and was pleased to learn it was a topic very important to him. Despite previous attempts, he had not been able to capture the spirit of the issue. After my call, he decided to tackle it again. I feel he has come up with the perfect song in "The Right To Bear Arms". He recorded it on Music Row in Nashville and not only has the public's reaction been tremendous, but there is also some interest in recording it by a few well known country artists. You can listen to Steve's song on www.PARightToBearArms.com and on www.SteveBryant.tv which also features Steve's other work.

I greatly appreciate your time and interest in this community project. Any donation you may provide will be utilized fully to promote the Second Amendment here in Pennsylvania and your role in helping us do that. Any suggestions on how we can better spread the word are also most welcome!

Thank You ,

Michael S. Ruoss Sr.

Owner/Founder of PA Right To Bear Arms

www.parightobeararms.com

Steve Bryant

Nashville, TN

http://stevebryant.tv

To Whom It May Concern,

As a passionate supporter of the Constitution, I have long tried to write a song about The Second Amendment, which deals with our right to bear arms.

Like most songwriters, I write a lot of songs, some good, some mediocre and some truly awful. The Second Amendment is an important issue for all Americans, but, because it is also a very personal issue for me, I had difficulty writing a song about it that wasn’t sappy and maudlin. I started several tunes but abandoned each one because, honestly, I thought they were horrific. I abandoned the project for a while and concentrated on writing political satire and song parodies, many of which are featured on the Cable TV news channels as well as radio shows around the country.

Rollye James, whose show is on Sirius/XM, has played my material for years. She is an ardent supporter of the Constitution and is very vocal about the importance of The Second Amendment. Michael Ruoss, the head of PA Right to Bear Arms (http://parighttobeararms.com) heard my material on Rollye’s show. He sent me an email saying he liked my parodies and asking when I was going to write a song about gun rights.

I was most impressed with Michael’s passion. I pulled out my notebook and proceeded to write a couple more terrible songs. Then I wrote “The Right to Bear Arms.” I believed that I had captured the spirit of the issue and immediately recorded it in one of the studios located on Nashville’s Music Row.

While it is my ultimate goal to have the song recorded by a known country artist, the demo recording has already received a great deal of airplay on radio and TV and continues to do well. I want to thank Michel Ruoss for believing in my talent and encouraging me to write this extremely important song. His work in support of The Second Amendment is exemplary! Thank you, Michael!

Sincerely,

Steve Bryant

June 8, 2008

Michael S. Ruoss

PA Right to Bear Arms

129 Starr Rd.

Avondale, PA  19311

Michael,

I wanted to thank you for taking the time and effort to put your website together.  My mantra on the air is that the only way we will see a positive change in our government is when a sufficient number of Americans awaken and become involved in the political process.  Congratulations for doing just that.

When one person contacts a representative, or starts a protest, or like you, erects a website, it often seems like it doesn’t matter.  To a great extent, it’s a thankless, unattractive proposition.  That’s why so few people do it.  But the paradigm changes when one person becomes many.  Then it’s a voice congress can not ignore. No special interest lobbiest can begin to counter the will of millions of Americans, awakened and involved. Issues threatening our way of life will come up again and again, and only time will tell if our citizens have what it takes to remain active, but the bottom line is it all starts with one person—that person who refuses to see they are insignficant or their task is insurmountable. Someone willing to spread the word no matter how discouraging a situation appears.  Someone just like you.

Thank you for fighting for our second amendment rights.  Nothing is constitutionally more important.  When it comes to the Bill of Rights, without the second amendment we can’t hope to preserve the other nine.   You’re on the right side of Freedom Michael, and I thank you for caring enough to be involved.

Rollye James