2A WIN: GAVIN NEWSOM ACCIDENTALLY MAKES MAJOR CONCESSION...

Published on June 8, 2023
Duration: 14:42

This video features constitutional attorney Mark W. Smith analyzing Gavin Newsom's proposed 28th Amendment. Smith argues Newsom's proposal, while seemingly aimed at gun control, is a strategic blunder that inadvertently strengthens the Second Amendment community by acknowledging that existing constitutional rights require formal amendment for restriction. The analysis covers the specific points of Newsom's proposal, its political motivations, and the broader context of the gun control movement's current standing.

Quick Summary

Constitutional attorney Mark W. Smith analyzes Gavin Newsom's proposed 28th Amendment, calling it a strategic blunder that benefits the Second Amendment community. Smith argues Newsom's plan, which includes raising the gun purchase age, universal background checks, waiting periods, and banning 'assault weapons,' inadvertently highlights the need for formal constitutional change, a difficult hurdle for gun control advocates.

Chapters

  1. 00:00Mark W. Smith on Newsom's 28th Amendment
  2. 00:29Speaker Introduction and Proposal Overview
  3. 00:57Newsom's Proposal: Strategic Mistake
  4. 01:47Specifics of Proposed Gun Control
  5. 03:14Political Motivation Behind Proposal
  6. 05:46Anti-Gun Movement's Losing Strategy
  7. 08:13Newsom's Website Confirms Retreat
  8. 10:16Rights vs. Powers: US vs. UK Gun Laws
  9. 13:01Unconstitutional Amendments & Final Analysis

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Gavin Newsom's proposed 28th Amendment?

Gavin Newsom's proposed 28th Amendment includes raising the minimum gun purchase age to 21, implementing universal background checks, establishing waiting periods for firearm purchases, and banning firearms designated as 'assault weapons,' such as the AR-15.

Why does Mark W. Smith consider Newsom's proposal a strategic mistake?

Mark W. Smith believes Newsom's proposal is a strategic mistake because it forces an acknowledgment that existing constitutional rights must be formally amended to enact gun control, a difficult and potentially impossible task that inadvertently strengthens the Second Amendment community.

What are the political motivations behind Newsom's 28th Amendment proposal?

According to Mark W. Smith, Gavin Newsom's primary motivation is political ambition. He aims to gain media attention and remain relevant for a potential 2024 presidential run, especially amidst concerns about Joe Biden's re-election prospects and the rise of other challengers.

Is the anti-gun movement currently winning, according to this analysis?

Mark W. Smith argues that the anti-gun movement is losing ground nationally. He suggests they are retreating to 'deep blue' states where they have political control, rather than focusing on red states, indicating a defensive posture.

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