- Jun 28, 2009
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"...a well regulated militia..." what does this mean? thanks.
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In its simplest terms it meant a citizenry who had personal firearms and supplies and knew how to use them. It had nothing to do with governmental regulation. It was in fact the exact opposite.
danb
dont be a dumbass
The direct translation is "here we go again."
Its the popcorn clause.
Its the popcorn clause.
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Well regulated means well practiced. Militia is an armed group not part of the military. Put them together and it means private citizens who know how to use firearms.
- Jun 28, 2009
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sorry to disappoint. keep yer eyes open for another controversial thread, [sorta].
iH8DemLibz
When All Else Fails.
It means the colonies made musket training mandatory.
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source?
DoormanTNT
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Wow...has it been a week yet....
Boondock Saint
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This popcorn is very, very stale.
JPG
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smokey
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- Jan 31, 2008
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Are you just going to go ahead and omit the rest of the 2a that helps give this context? How about this....
...what does this mean, "...the right of the PEOPLE to keep and bear arms SHALL NOT be infringed" ?
As Maryland residents I think we understand the importance of choosing "shall" when crafting a law rather than "may". I think we also understand why "people" was ratified as lowercase, not upper case...as was "militia" and "state".
As far as your part, regulated essentially means equipped and prepared for defense. The founding fathers wished to give the PEOPLE the ability and tools to readily act in their own defense. This goes for fighting criminals, external threats, and internal tyranny.
...what does this mean, "...the right of the PEOPLE to keep and bear arms SHALL NOT be infringed" ?
As Maryland residents I think we understand the importance of choosing "shall" when crafting a law rather than "may". I think we also understand why "people" was ratified as lowercase, not upper case...as was "militia" and "state".
As far as your part, regulated essentially means equipped and prepared for defense. The founding fathers wished to give the PEOPLE the ability and tools to readily act in their own defense. This goes for fighting criminals, external threats, and internal tyranny.
iH8DemLibz
When All Else Fails.
My way back machine is currently experiencing difficulties, so I can't go and speak to the Founding Fathers.
But we just kicked the shyt out of the British and staying well trained would have its benefits. This, of course, is only my opinion.
None of this means I agree with the modern state making handgun training mandatory.
If this is your line of attack, I will award points for tenaciousness.
smokey
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- Jan 31, 2008
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But he's all perched on that tree limb with that rope necklace all ready to jump.
So I see that the OP took the arts and crafts class at banned camp as he came back with a big spoon to stir the pot. 
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