Amendment Quote by Aryeh Neier
“I want the state to take away people's guns. But I don't want the state to use methods against gun owners that I deplore when used against naughty children, sexual minorities, drug users, and unsightly drinkers. Since such reprehensible police practices are probably needed to make anti-gun laws effective, my proposal to ban all guns should probably be marked a failure before it is even tried.”
About This Quote
Gun control proposals risk employing oppressive tactics, creating a moral paradox between safety and civil liberties.
In simple terms: Ends may justify means, but at cost.
Key Takeaway
Seek humane safety measures.
Themes
politics
rights
ethics
public safety
policy
Mood
serious
concerned
Type
Amendment:0
Anti gun:0
Bans:0
Children:0
Drinkers:0
Drug:0
Gun:0
Gun law:0
Gun laws:0
Gun owners:0
Guns:0
Law:0
Method:0
Minorities:0
Naughty:0
Needed:0
Owners:0
People:0
Police:0
Practice:0
Proposal:0
Should:0
States:0
Use:0
Used:0
Users:0
Using me:0
Want:0
Drug Users:0
Drug User:0
Ban Guns:0
When to use this quote
- legislation debates
- community safety programs
- human rights advocacy
Key Concepts
civil liberties
law enforcement
social justice
Questions to Reflect On
- How balance security and freedom?
- What alternatives avoid harm?
A Different Perspective
Oppressive methods can erode trust.
