Throughline We the People: Gun Rights
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Aug 1, 2024 Jack Miller, a pivotal figure in U.S. gun rights history, sparked debates around the Second Amendment after his arrest with an unregistered shotgun. The discussion delves into how his court case shifted the dynamics of gun law interpretations. Topics include the historical context of the Second Amendment, ongoing controversies over individual versus militia rights, and the Supreme Court's influence on current gun rights debates. The conversation also touches on the impact of landmark legislation and pivotal events that have shaped America's complex relationship with gun ownership.
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Jack Miller and the Sawed-Off Shotgun
- Jack Miller, a bank robber, was arrested for carrying an unregistered sawed-off shotgun.
- He claimed the Second Amendment guaranteed his right to the gun.
Second Amendment's Rise to Prominence
- The Second Amendment was rarely used in court challenges for most of U.S. history.
- Jack Miller's case brought it into the spotlight, changing how we view gun rights.
Second Amendment as a Check on Federal Power
- Ratification debates sparked concerns about a powerful federal government and a standing army.
- The Second Amendment emerged as a check on federal power, allowing states to maintain armed militias.