Tag Archives: Second Amendment

Thoughts on the Militia for a New Republic

Posted on June 21, 2020 by Louis William Rose

We constantly hear about the second half of the Second Amendment, an independent clause which guarantees us the absolute right, free from any legislative impingement, to keep and bear arms. All laws to the contrary in my opinion are unconstitutional, … Continue reading →

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Gun Control & the Right to Bear Arms

Posted on September 14, 2013 by Louis William Rose

“Among other evils which being unarmed brings you, it causes you to be despised.” – Niccolo Machiavelli The question of whether citizens in a democracy should have ready access to firearms suggests a more basic question, which has often been … Continue reading →

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Ramp Up the Rhetoric!

Posted on January 14, 2011 by Louis William Rose

Originally published in the Jacksonville Observer Patriots protest! Silence is shameful. Citizens! The country is in crisis and the Congress is culpable. Ramp up the Rhetoric! The recent shooting of Representative Gabrielle Giffords and the killing of District Court Judge … Continue reading →

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