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In reply to the discussion: Should America work towards becoming a gun-free Country? [View all]pipoman
(16,038 posts)has taken bribes?
No, the meaning at the time can be researched...those who claim it to mean something akin to the modern definition are either wishful thinkers acting in ignorance, or are agenda driven liars.
Only, again, the ignorant or liars don't understand that that the 2nd is/was never about hunting.
Apparently not all are for stricter gun control. ..how long has it been since the feds have passed stricter gun control? Even states have passed far more liberalizations than increases over the past 20 years or so... Oh wait, I'm sure that the NRA bought all politicians in addition to the SCOTUS with the industry's (the industry that all combined US manufacturers revenues wouldn't qualify for the Fortune 500) cash. No, the 20k plus federal laws and restrictions pretty much restrict as much as possible without violating the actual intent of the amendment.
Those wishing for additional laws and regulations will have to go to the states, which they seem too lazy to do.