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To: marktwain
the states wouldn’t sign the Constitution for fear of creating an overmighty central government

So it isn't about hunting or militias? Just like we all know; thanks for making the case for us Breyer even if you go about it ass backwards.

4 posted on 12/14/2010 4:35:55 AM PST by doodad
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To: doodad

“fear of creating an overmighty central government”

Their fears were well-founded. Over analyzing the Constitution by less wiser heads than wrote it can result in dismantling and chaos. The words, “We’ve given you a Constitution, IF YOU CAN KEEP IT,” were wise words, indeed.


20 posted on 12/14/2010 4:58:11 AM PST by Twinkie (Doing nothing is the most tiring job there is; you can't quit and rest . .)
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