The National Rifle Association recently held its annual “Youth Education Summit” in Washington, D.C. It’s a once in a lifetime opportunity for 40 high school students from across the country to learn about the nation’s governance, meet policymakers, and tour the great monuments and sights of our nation’s capitol. The students come away understanding the importance of being an active, involved citizen.
One of this year’s attendees was 16-year-old Ted Mumford of San Diego. He learned about the program from his uncle, actor Ted Abell, who’s an active shooting sports enthusiast and Second Amendment supporter. Mumford received a .22 rifle as a gift from his Uncle Ted two years ago, and he’s been an enthusiastic participant in target shooting and hunting ever since.
Ted’s dad, Jim Mumford, is well known as San Diego’s “Eco-Warrior” for his forward-thinking work with his business, GreenScaped Buildings. In the Mumford family, environmentalism and the Second Amendment co-exist nicely. Jim also shoots and couldn’t be more proud of son Ted.
We report much dismaying news on Rostra, simply the nature of the political game. It’s heartening to learn about a young San Diegan who already has a keen understanding and interest in playing a part in protecting the rights we enjoy as Americans. I’m not one of those people who thinks our youth are all going to hell in a handbasket. Well done, Ted!