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Originally Posted by EricOKC
Why? Whatever gain could possibly come of this would never offset the costs. Do you have to obtain a license to practice your religion? Pass a state-approved course before you express your political views? Get permission from the local police department before you are eligible to require a search warrant?
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I understand your points. The difference, of course, is that none of the activities you list are potentially harmful or fatal to others.
I also understand that the Constitution guarantees a right to bear arms. I also understand that the 2nd Amendment was written in the context of muzzle-loading flintlock black-powder weaponry. I think that context is important when trying to decipher the meaning of what was written, and not just for that Amendment.
I think that, on this issue, we're going to have to agree to disagree. I understand your argument fully, and I think you have a pretty good idea where I'm coming from. I don't see either of us changing our positions any time in the foreseeable future.