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The right of the people to keep and bear arms is a fundamental part of American liberty, serving as an important individual defense against crime and a collective defense against tyranny.

 

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The Essential Second Amendment

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Conservative Defense of the Second Amendment Falls Short

Feb 1, 2021 Over an hour read

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Part I: Mental Illness, Firearms, And Violence

Jan 31, 2019 Over an hour read

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A Counterbalance to the False Narratives About Gun Ownership Amy Swearer

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New Mexico Gets Its Red Flag Law Wrong Amy Swearer

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Voicing Refusal to Comply With New Gun Laws Has Historical Precedent Amy Swearer

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Broad Gun-Control Restrictions Are Not the Answer Amy Swearer

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