[Libertarian Billy Graham]

Section 13. That a well-regulated militia, composed of the body of the people, trained to arms, is the proper, natural, and safe defense of a free state; that standing armies, in time of peace, should be avoided as dangerous to liberty; and that in all cases the military should be under strict subordination to, and governed by, the civil power.

Thanks Ethan!

Mason's Declaration of Rights is far superior to Madison's watered down version. Elbridge Gerry (another non-signer) said something like, "What is the purpose of the militia? To prevent the establishment of a standing army--the bane of liberty."

[Ethan_Allen]

I THOUGHT there were three who would not sign, but I couldn't remember who the third was. I wonder if Elbridge Gerry is THE third non-signer, or if there is still another? Good Quote; bookmarked! Thanks!