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Fourth of July overshadowed by 16 mass shootings across US (www.theguardian.com)

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[–] [email protected] 6 points 1 year ago (1 children)

Well regulated, as in well maintained. Additionally, it is a conditional clause providing the context for its existence. Taking this legal approach has never worked in court. The Constitution was written to be changed for a reason but we are afraid to or it is opposed.

[–] [email protected] 3 points 1 year ago (1 children)

It's not a matter of fear. It's a matter of not being able to get the votes. It's not a simple majority to make a major change like that and it should not be.

[–] [email protected] 1 points 1 year ago

The fear is from the politicians that have historically been voted out for supporting the legislation. It is also why a Constitutional Convention would likely be an absolute shitshow and never be ratified.