The right to bear arms.

Aug 19, 2012 18:04

Now tell me why you think they are wrong. I don't like them, think we need laws to make sure that we are safe but not strict, strict laws. The founders though put in 'the right to bear arms' for a reason, read up on the actual reason. Don't assume. Research.

“Firearms stand next in importance to the Constitution itself. They are the American people’s liberty teeth and keystone under independence. From the hour the Pilgrims landed, to the present day, events occurences and tendencies prove that to ensure peace, security and happiness, the rifle and pistol are equally indispenable. The very atmosphere of firearms everywhere restrains evil interference - they deserve a place of honor with all that’s good.”- George Washington, Commanding General of the Continental Army, Father of Our Country and First President of the United States in a speech to Congress, January 7, 1790

“The strongest reason for the people to retain the right to keep and bear arms is, as a last resort, to protect themselves against tyranny in Government.”- Thomas Jefferson, Author of The Declaration of Independence, and Third President of the United States

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