I’ve missed you, RP. You’re a funny guy. Usually, I’m quoting Madison, and you’re quoting some New Deal era Supreme Court decision. Now I guess turnabout is fair play. As noted in my post, the Supreme Court said this about the makeup of the militia:
“These show plainly enough that the Militia comprised all males physically capable of acting in concert for the common defense.”
I don't disagree. I was simply trying to put that statement in perspective.
Especially after your "We're all supposed to have M-16s" comment. In 1792, 80-85% of "us" were not in a position to defend the state.