Hillary Clinton: No 2nd Amendment For The Little People

Published on October 28, 2016
Duration: 10:29

This video discusses Hillary Clinton's stated plans to use executive action to implement gun control measures, specifically focusing on making gun manufacturers and sellers liable for deaths caused by firearms. The speaker analyzes Clinton's interview with George Stephanopoulos, interpreting her statements as a nuanced view of the Second Amendment and a potential move towards disarming citizens by bankrupting the firearms industry. The content emphasizes the importance of individual rights and historical context of the Second Amendment.

Quick Summary

Hillary Clinton plans to use executive action for gun control, aiming to make gun manufacturers and sellers liable for firearm deaths. This includes measures like universal background checks and closing loopholes, with the speaker arguing the ultimate goal is to bankrupt the industry and disarm citizens.

Chapters

  1. 00:00Introduction: Wikileaks Emails & Clinton's Plans
  2. 01:25Interview Clip: Hillary Clinton on the Second Amendment
  3. 04:30Analysis: Clinton's Stance on Gun Rights
  4. 05:56Making Gun Makers Liable: Explained
  5. 06:30Analogy: Car Crashes and Liability
  6. 07:04Analogy: Food Products and Liability
  7. 08:05The Goal: Bankrupting Gun Manufacturers
  8. 09:08Historical Context: The Republic and Firearms
  9. 10:01Call to Action: Share and Subscribe

Frequently Asked Questions

What are Hillary Clinton's proposed gun control measures?

Hillary Clinton has proposed using executive action to implement 'Common Sense gun control,' which includes making gun manufacturers and sellers liable for deaths caused by firearms. She also supports comprehensive background checks, closing gun show and online loopholes, and reversing liability immunity for gun makers and sellers.

How does Hillary Clinton view the Second Amendment?

Based on her statements, Hillary Clinton appears to view the Second Amendment as a constitutional right that is subject to 'reasonable regulations.' The speaker in the video interprets this as a nuanced reading that differs from an absolute individual right to bear arms, particularly in contrast to the post-Heller decision understanding.

What is the potential impact of making gun manufacturers liable?

The speaker suggests that making gun manufacturers and sellers liable for firearm deaths is intended to bankrupt these businesses. By forcing them out of operation, the aim would be to reduce the availability of firearms in circulation, effectively disarming the populace.

What historical arguments are made regarding the Second Amendment?

The video references historical context, suggesting that the founding of the Republic involved colonists revolting against tyrannical forces who attempted to disarm them. Firearms were used by the militia and 'We the People' to ensure freedom and keep potential dictators at bay.

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