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Shooting from the hip: The Supreme Court expands gun rights

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Expanding Gun Rights: A Supreme Court Ruling

This chapter examines a landmark Supreme Court decision that expands gun rights for individuals in New York, shifting the interpretation of the Second Amendment towards individual self-defense. It discusses the ruling's implications for public safety, potential changes in state regulations, and the divided reactions it has sparked across the political spectrum. The chapter further highlights the ongoing debate regarding balancing individual rights with the need for effective gun control measures in the aftermath of recent mass shootings.

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