Cruz’ defense of second amendment rights is cornerstone of campaign

Ted Cruz has made the defense of second amendment rights a cornerstone of his presidential campaign, touting his past legal work fighting against gun control laws.

Despite an A-Plus rating from the NRA, records suggest the 45-year-old politician's passion for the issue emerged relatively recently in his life, coinciding with his ascent in Republican circles in Texas.

He bought a .357 magnum revolver for his wife in 2003, and owns a 12-gauge shotgun.

Though his campaign woos sportsmen, Cruz seldom hunts himself.

Three recent outings appeared to be more about bagging votes than birds.