[OXENinFLA]

it recognizes the right of the state as an autonomous republic to defend itself.

I've never looked at the 2nd in that light.

Makes sense though.

What is you opinion of CA trying to pass a law making the .50cal illegal?

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Amendment II

A well regulated Militia, being necessary to the security of a free State, the right of the people to keep and bear Arms, shall not be infringed, unless the state wants to limit the caliber size.

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[RobbyS]

Regulatoion rather than a fat ban would seem to be more appropriate. I think a ban can be justified only if there is real danger of someone raising a private army and equipping it with .50s. These things ARE pretty fearsome.