Throughline The Right to Bear Arms
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Jan 18, 2024 Exploring the history of the Second Amendment, the podcast discusses the landmark case of Jack Miller challenging gun laws. It examines the Supreme Court's evolving interpretation of the amendment, including the well-regulated militia clause, and the transformative impact on America's understanding of gun rights. The podcast also delves into the tragic assassinations of notable figures and their effect on the national dialogue. Included is a discussion on the landmark D.C. vs. Heller case, which focused on the interpretation of the Second Amendment and its aftermath.
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Introduction
00:00 • 2min
Challenging Gun Laws: The Jack Miller Case
01:44 • 2min
The History and Controversy Surrounding the Second Amendment
04:04 • 3min
The Historical Context of the Second Amendment
06:54 • 13min
The Supreme Court's interpretation of the Second Amendment
19:51 • 4min
Assassination and Reactions
23:23 • 14min
The Supreme Court's Transformation of the Second Amendment
37:04 • 2min
D.C. vs. Heller: Landmark Supreme Court Case on Second Amendment Interpretation
38:48 • 17min