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I am not trying to pick a fight with you or anyone else. I'm very curious. Sareitha Sedai Send a noteboard - 29/04/2013 02:34:19 PM

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Our Constitution has a basis in the presumption of innocence. Requiring background checks, before utalizing a Right that the Constitution states "shall not be infringed" reverses that presumption.

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I understand WHY folks might be inclined to favor such a restriction, but it is against the plain language of our Constitution.


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The "plain language" of the amendment itself begins with, A well regulated militia, being necessary to the security of a free state... How do you personally reconcile that bit with the bit you quoted?

If you are from Betelgeuse, please have one of your Earth friends read what I've written before you respond. Or try concentrating harder.

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