I am a new member to this fine organization and much of the subject matter is deserving of well thought out discussion and also insight from so many that may be wary of publishing their opinion on a given subject. I have been making posts and comments as I am able.

The Second Amendment is truly near and dear to my heart. I believe our legislators instituted this amendment to ensure the government would not be able to simply run over its constituents and that Americans may protect their homes, families, and property. Throughout history we see cases where a nation disarmed becomes a weaker and even less safe nation. I will not post them here, but all should have a look at crime statistics here in the US as well as abroad after private gun ownership is banned. We as a people have the right to defend ourselves.

I look forward to encouragement and debate over this issue.

The folks in Montana - Democrat Governor included - have struck a blow for states' rights and against the "enlarged" understanding of the Interstate Commerce Clause of the Constitution (through which so much of big government has been driven).

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