In any case the constitution became a much more libertarian document with the ratification of the 14th amendment in 1868. -- And, - as you note, many of the western states admitted in that era were also libertarian in spirit, & still are.
God what a dipstick.
God also knows what an ass you are, tex.
The 14th Amendment was the single largest power grab by the Feds in our history.
Nope, -- it was a necessary attempt to stop states from infringing upon individual rights, -- gun rights, for instance. That battle is still being fought in CA. -- And you support the state gun grabbers. Why?
BTW I spent a couple of days cleaning my guns. Have you dug yours up lately?
Never buried them. I intend to fight for my rights, not hide them. -- In fact, I recently bought some 'assault' rifles that I will not register, as a legal protest. I look foward to a day in court.
Now ya did it. Ashcroft has just sent the ATF to get you. Oh well, nice knowing you.