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It's Tuesday and the suspense is killing me. Anyone got an update?
FOXNews.com - No Decision Yet From Supreme Court on Washington, D.C., Second Amendment Case - Politics | Republican Party | Democratic Party | Political Spectrum
Conservatives are the historical defenders of states' rights, and the supposed proponents of keeping big government out of people's lives, but some social conservatives are happy to see the federal government acquire Stalinist proportions when imposing their morality on the rest of the country.
In reference to the Terry Schiavo case in Florida:
"This Republican Party of Lincoln has become a party of theocracy." - Representative Christopher Shays of Connecticut. Shays also said. There are a number of people who feel that the government is getting involved in their personal lives in a way that scares them.
I find that funny since they are doing everything possible to remove God from our vocabulary. (They are starting to make me wonder who/what they hold sacred/worship.) I believe the Supreme Court went south on states rights in about 1937. Therefore, I see the federal government as having the power to force a single moral (more like immoral) code across the whole country, States be-damned.
quote:You understand that I am a constitutionalist, and not a conservative, right???No. It's hard to tell what a persons political persuasion is, for sure, and whether or not they vote their conscience/ beliefs or not. I do know that many "Strict Constitutionalists" defer their voice (at the ballot box) to others, whom are less informed!! However, I could only guess that you are a firm believer in the Constitutional Authority by your posts.
quote:And I don't give a damn what conservatives stand for; rights are individually endowed by the creator, and my creator is the God of Christianity. No entity possesses any rights, because They are a political process, not a sentient being.I suggest you re-read my post. I don't think you and I differ much in our stance on the subject!! Although I am still a registered Republican, I make no secret of my support for Ron Paul!!! I don't think I need to explain to you why!!!!! And I Vote. (And I'm NOT suggesting that you don't.)
quote:Originally posted by Rack Ops
If it does go to the court, I like our chances.
At any rate, its a no-lose situation for us.
If the court decides in our favor, the benefits are obvious.
If they decide against us, nothing will change. Anti-Gun folks have been operating as if there was no 2nd Amendment to begin with. Pro-gun types will still fight gun control in the Legislatures. A decision against us won't mean JBTs start rounding up gun owners across America, it just means gun ownership isn't protected by the Constitution.
I think you are sadly mistaken. We have all the liberals in NH this week (Hillary, Obama, and company) pitching their politics and if you listen to some of the follow-ons, the Dems are anticipating a win and full national gun bans if it goes through. I hope these judges realize what is at stake here because it wouldn't surprise me to see civil unrest if it does go bad. Personally, I think they are going to come up with a compromise ruling. We may lose semi-autos and pistols and gain the right to self defense and hunt or something like that.
The right to keep and bear arms is as fundamental a right as prayer and worship, free speech, the right to vote, etc. I have lived my entire life with this understanding. That this issue is to be decided by the SCOTUS is indeed a crucial event. We must all hope and pray that the Justices agree with our long-held beliefs. If it had to be decided at any time, this is a good time for the issue to be heard. There are good people on the Bench on both sides of the issue. This is not a simple property rights issue. It is a fundamental right that should not be removed because it is abused by criminals. reindeer
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quote:Originally posted by Rack Ops
The long wait may finally be over
One way, or the other. [;)]
As far as I'm concerned, a decision either way is a victory
FOXNews.com - No Decision Yet From Supreme Court on Washington, D.C., Second Amendment Case - Politics | Republican Party | Democratic Party | Political Spectrum
http://www.foxnews.com/story/0,2933,311276,00.html?sPage=fnc.national/supremecourt
gunphreak:
quote:Originally posted by Wagon Wheel
gunphreak:
Conservatives are the historical defenders of states' rights, and the supposed proponents of keeping big government out of people's lives, but some social conservatives are happy to see the federal government acquire Stalinist proportions when imposing their morality on the rest of the country.
In reference to the Terry Schiavo case in Florida:
"This Republican Party of Lincoln has become a party of theocracy." - Representative Christopher Shays of Connecticut. Shays also said. There are a number of people who feel that the government is getting involved in their personal lives in a way that scares them.
I find that funny since they are doing everything possible to remove God from our vocabulary. (They are starting to make me wonder who/what they hold sacred/worship.) I believe the Supreme Court went south on states rights in about 1937. Therefore, I see the federal government as having the power to force a single moral (more like immoral) code across the whole country, States be-damned.
quote:You understand that I am a constitutionalist, and not a conservative, right???No. It's hard to tell what a persons political persuasion is, for sure, and whether or not they vote their conscience/ beliefs or not. I do know that many "Strict Constitutionalists" defer their voice (at the ballot box) to others, whom are less informed!! However, I could only guess that you are a firm believer in the Constitutional Authority by your posts.
quote:And I don't give a damn what conservatives stand for; rights are individually endowed by the creator, and my creator is the God of Christianity. No entity possesses any rights, because They are a political process, not a sentient being.I suggest you re-read my post. I don't think you and I differ much in our stance on the subject!! Although I am still a registered Republican, I make no secret of my support for Ron Paul!!! I don't think I need to explain to you why!!!!! And I Vote. (And I'm NOT suggesting that you don't.)
Well, you'd be correct....
If it does go to the court, I like our chances.
At any rate, its a no-lose situation for us.
If the court decides in our favor, the benefits are obvious.
If they decide against us, nothing will change. Anti-Gun folks have been operating as if there was no 2nd Amendment to begin with. Pro-gun types will still fight gun control in the Legislatures. A decision against us won't mean JBTs start rounding up gun owners across America, it just means gun ownership isn't protected by the Constitution.
I think you are sadly mistaken. We have all the liberals in NH this week (Hillary, Obama, and company) pitching their politics and if you listen to some of the follow-ons, the Dems are anticipating a win and full national gun bans if it goes through. I hope these judges realize what is at stake here because it wouldn't surprise me to see civil unrest if it does go bad. Personally, I think they are going to come up with a compromise ruling. We may lose semi-autos and pistols and gain the right to self defense and hunt or something like that.