Videos tagged with Noah Webster

This video, hosted by constitutional attorney Mark Smith, delves into the precise legal definition of 'infringement' as it pertains to the Second Amendment. By examining 18th-century dictionaries used by the Supreme Court in Heller v. D.C., Smith argues that any hindrance or restriction on the right to keep and bear arms constitutes an infringement. This interpretation shifts the burden to the government to justify modern gun control laws with historical precedent.

This video analyzes a Colorado federal judge's decision regarding a 3-day firearm waiting period, arguing it misapplies Second Amendment law. The speaker contends that the right to acquire firearms is an ancillary right necessarily implied by the text of the Second Amendment, similar to how the First Amendment protects the right to acquire paper and ink. The analysis emphasizes that 'infringed' at the time of the founding meant to 'hinder' or 'destroy,' making any barrier to acquisition a potential infringement.

Governor Pete Ricketts emphasizes the foundational importance of the Second Amendment as a protector of all other rights, citing historical figures like Thomas Jefferson and Noah Webster. He argues against using tragedies to infringe on gun rights, advocating instead for improved law enforcement and mental healthcare. Ricketts encourages engagement at home, in state legislatures, and through voting to defend these rights.