Amendment Quote by L. Neil Smith
“The freedom to own and carry the weapon of your choice is a natural, fundamental, and inalienable human, individual, civil, and Constitutional right - subject neither to the democratic process nor to arguments grounded in social utility.”
About This Quote
Source Book: The Probability Broach by L. Neil Smith, 1979
The right to bear arms is presented as an inherent, unalterable liberty that cannot be limited by majority rule or utilitarian arguments.
In simple terms: Gun ownership is an absolute, natural right.
Key Takeaway
Defend individual liberty against collective constraints.
Themes
rights
individualism
government
law
constitution
Mood
defiant
assertive
Type
political
legal
When to use this quote
- political debate
- legal challenges
- self‑defense planning
- public policy discussions
Key Concepts
natural rights
civil liberties
constitutional law
Questions to Reflect On
- How should societies protect both liberty and safety?
- Can absolute rights coexist with democratic decision‑making?
A Different Perspective
Balancing this right with public safety concerns can be complex.
