Amendments Quote by Harry Browne
“I say that the Second Amendment doesn't allow for exceptions - or else it would have read that the right "to keep and bear arms shall not be infringed, unless Congress chooses otherwise." And because there are no exceptions, I disagree with my fellow panelists who say the existing gun laws should be enforced. Those laws are unconstitutional [and] wrong - because they put you at a disadvantage to armed criminals, to whom the laws are no inconvenience.”
About This Quote
Source Debate: Second Amendment Interpretation, 1995
The Second Amendment is absolute; any allowance for restrictions contradicts its text, making existing gun laws unconstitutional and harmful.
In simple terms: Second Amendment is absolute; laws are unconstitutional.
Key Takeaway
Advocate for unrestricted gun rights.
Themes
rights
constitution
guns
law
politics
Mood
defensive
assertive
Type
political
controversial
When to use this quote
- legislative hearings
- court cases
- policy advocacy
- public forums
Key Concepts
constitutional literalism
civil liberties
public safety
Questions to Reflect On
- Should absolute rights be balanced with public safety?
- How do we address armed crime without restrictions?
A Different Perspective
Absolute rights may ignore practical safety concerns.
