Citizens of the United States are the
only people of a nation with a national constitution written for the
People and established rights, liberties and rules for government by
the People. Despite in recent decades of politicians ignoring that
Constitution and its articles and amendments because of apathy and
ignorance towards that Constitution – one amendment to that
constitution stands out among other constitutions of other nations:
the Second Amendment. It is a simple paragraph that simply states
that each citizen is expected to be militia to defend the nation and
its constitution against foreign and domestic enemies, and if
necessary, to overthrow a government turned to tyranny and who does
not abide by the articles and amendments of the Constitution of the
United States. The Second Amendment guarantees that each lawful
citizen has the right to keep and bear arms.
NOTE: One exception among foreign nations is Switzerland, who has a small standing army for defense purposes and relies upon its citizen militia to be on call in case of national emergency. Every able-bodied citizen undergoes basic training and when completed goes home with necessary combat gear to include a military weapon and expected to practice marksmanship periodically.
NOTE: One exception among foreign nations is Switzerland, who has a small standing army for defense purposes and relies upon its citizen militia to be on call in case of national emergency. Every able-bodied citizen undergoes basic training and when completed goes home with necessary combat gear to include a military weapon and expected to practice marksmanship periodically.
With every right and liberty,
especially the Second Amendment, there is responsibility to enact
that right effectively, legally, and safely. Liberties and rights
demand responsibility; just as the duty and task of each citizen to
vote – and do so responsibly.
Today, most states recognize the Second
Amendment to the US Constitution, but in order to carry a concealed
firearm/weapon, one must apply for a permit that requires a
background check, fingerprinting, and, in most cases, a credited
handling and safety course for handguns.
Whether required or not, and even if a
concealed permit carrier is a military veteran, it would be best to
attend a training program or retraining program to refresh and
bone-up on skills required for self defense. There are quality
schools across the nation, but the one that stands out to meet the
above criteria, teaching marksmanship, correct handling, and
discipline required for self-defense and combat-type shooting
required.
