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Originally Posted by PR_Tom
The 2nd Amendment:
"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."
".well regulated.." please don't misinterpret this very clear provision. A "my first rifle", loaded and leaning against a wall while no parents are home? Not even fucking close, bro's.
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You are correct, in that it refers to well trained people, and that it also refers to men, aged 18 and older, who can, in times of emergency, act as a militia.
If you take a look at the federalist papers, and read the majority opinion in "Heller Vrs. Washington DC" you will see the references.
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