If people were to speak the same way that these documents were written I believe the world would be a better place. And no translations would be necessary from anyone
The rights in the Bill of Rights can be directly correlated to events leading up to the American Revolution. All you have to do is think about the Battles of Lexington and Concord to understand this right. The British tried to confiscate all weapons and ammunition from the Americans. In response to the tyranny, the Minutemen (ordinary people, not a formal military organization) fought to protect their rights against the British army. They could do so because they were experienced, trained, disciplined, and dedicated.
The second amendment is basically saying: "In order to prevent tyranny, we need to ensure that the people of the United States can always be like the Minutemen."
A government that becomes tyrannical must be thrown down, so that a new government may be instituted to suit the people. The Declaration is clear on this point. Peaceful if possible, but tyrants never go quietly into the night do they.
A well regulated fire department, necessary to the security of a free state, the right of the people to keep and bear water in buckets, shall not be infringed.
Clearly NOT regulating water.
1A includes all bearable arms, swords, spears, arrows, shanks, dirks, rifles, handguns, bazookas, cannon, anti-aircraft guns…whatever is necessary to the security of a free state.
I prefer the NY / PA / RI / SC one-comma version, which I think makes it much easier for folks to understand. From wikipedia:
There are several versions of the text of the Second Amendment, each with capitalization or punctuation differences. Differences exist between the version passed by Congress and put on display, and the versions ratified by the States. These differences have been a focus of debate regarding the meaning of the amendment, particularly regarding the importance of what the courts have called the “prefatory clause.”
Some state-ratified versions, such as Maryland's, omitted the first or final commas:
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.
The ratification acts from New York, Pennsylvania, Rhode Island and South Carolina contained only one comma, but with differences in capitalization. Pennsylvania's act states:
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.
I honestly struggled with which specific version to use, comma-edically speaking. I finally decided on the one I did because I felt it best articulated the point I wished to make to the readers, though I agree with you - my favorite is also the one-comma version. :-)
The right of self-defence is Birthright. It does not come from the state. The Declaration of Independence, illustrated the God-given rights of Life, Liberty and the pursuit of happiness.
I look at it this way. Well regulated militia meant that citizens who could operate, clean, repair, and keep in working order that which they used to hunt, trap, and defend themselves and their families. Trappers were able to use skins for trade of lead and powder, keep it dry and ready, not only long guns, but pistols. Furthermore the well to do land owners had cannon and the same applied to them. If you get a chance, look up the Archive Wars in Texas. The idea of well regulated militia was through out the states, especially Virginia, Carolina, Arkansas and Texas to name a few. God I could go on forever. Great Read!!
All your points are valid, and correct, but I fear that your effort is wasted. Sadly, there is a great percentage of the American electorate that is unconcerned with liberty, they want to have the false sense of security that comes from having their favorite political party run the government. Logic, and the plain meaning of the language, will not sway them, they do not want to be convinced. But, I suppose that somebody needs to say, regardless.
I figure I am not busy doing much else, so I may as well... 😉
But seriously, you're 100% correct. I've given up trying to awaken the willfully ignorant - now, I focus on encouraging those who are already on the proverbial front-lines, and reaching out to those who may be searching. I reckon it's the only hope we have 🤷🏻
If people were to speak the same way that these documents were written I believe the world would be a better place. And no translations would be necessary from anyone
That is a powerful point, brother - I did not even consider this, but you are 100% right!
Well said!
We have an intellect, no translater necessary.
The rights in the Bill of Rights can be directly correlated to events leading up to the American Revolution. All you have to do is think about the Battles of Lexington and Concord to understand this right. The British tried to confiscate all weapons and ammunition from the Americans. In response to the tyranny, the Minutemen (ordinary people, not a formal military organization) fought to protect their rights against the British army. They could do so because they were experienced, trained, disciplined, and dedicated.
The second amendment is basically saying: "In order to prevent tyranny, we need to ensure that the people of the United States can always be like the Minutemen."
Beautifully put, Jon - thank you! 🫡
A government that becomes tyrannical must be thrown down, so that a new government may be instituted to suit the people. The Declaration is clear on this point. Peaceful if possible, but tyrants never go quietly into the night do they.
A well regulated fire department, necessary to the security of a free state, the right of the people to keep and bear water in buckets, shall not be infringed.
Clearly NOT regulating water.
1A includes all bearable arms, swords, spears, arrows, shanks, dirks, rifles, handguns, bazookas, cannon, anti-aircraft guns…whatever is necessary to the security of a free state.
Great analogy, George - appreciate you sharing it!
Good one.
Excellent take, Stone.
I prefer the NY / PA / RI / SC one-comma version, which I think makes it much easier for folks to understand. From wikipedia:
There are several versions of the text of the Second Amendment, each with capitalization or punctuation differences. Differences exist between the version passed by Congress and put on display, and the versions ratified by the States. These differences have been a focus of debate regarding the meaning of the amendment, particularly regarding the importance of what the courts have called the “prefatory clause.”
Some state-ratified versions, such as Maryland's, omitted the first or final commas:
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.
The ratification acts from New York, Pennsylvania, Rhode Island and South Carolina contained only one comma, but with differences in capitalization. Pennsylvania's act states:
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.
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Second_Amendment_to_the_United_States_Constitution#Text
Thanks, Doc!
I honestly struggled with which specific version to use, comma-edically speaking. I finally decided on the one I did because I felt it best articulated the point I wished to make to the readers, though I agree with you - my favorite is also the one-comma version. :-)
The right of self-defence is Birthright. It does not come from the state. The Declaration of Independence, illustrated the God-given rights of Life, Liberty and the pursuit of happiness.
I look at it this way. Well regulated militia meant that citizens who could operate, clean, repair, and keep in working order that which they used to hunt, trap, and defend themselves and their families. Trappers were able to use skins for trade of lead and powder, keep it dry and ready, not only long guns, but pistols. Furthermore the well to do land owners had cannon and the same applied to them. If you get a chance, look up the Archive Wars in Texas. The idea of well regulated militia was through out the states, especially Virginia, Carolina, Arkansas and Texas to name a few. God I could go on forever. Great Read!!
An excellent breakdown, Jeffrey - well said! *salute
Thanks for the gracious words, appreciate ya...
Regulators mount up 💪🏻
We ride at dawn... ;-)
Context is everything when using words—as you so aptly point out.
BOOM!
Thanks, man! *salute
Thank you! This was wonderful.
Very gracious of you to say, EK - thank you much! :-)
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All your points are valid, and correct, but I fear that your effort is wasted. Sadly, there is a great percentage of the American electorate that is unconcerned with liberty, they want to have the false sense of security that comes from having their favorite political party run the government. Logic, and the plain meaning of the language, will not sway them, they do not want to be convinced. But, I suppose that somebody needs to say, regardless.
I figure I am not busy doing much else, so I may as well... 😉
But seriously, you're 100% correct. I've given up trying to awaken the willfully ignorant - now, I focus on encouraging those who are already on the proverbial front-lines, and reaching out to those who may be searching. I reckon it's the only hope we have 🤷🏻
And even if the Supreme Court were to take away legal protections of gun rights, the rights would still exist.
And if someone came to forcibly disarm you, you would have the natural right to dispatch them by any means you wished.
So what does this tell us about government?
1. When it claims to be protecting your rights, it is unnecessary.
2. When it threatens your gun rights, it is dangerous.
Either way, it is bad.
The only threat to my rights is government. I do not fear warlords, and my neighbors and I can handle criminals just fine.
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