Supreme Court Strikes Down DC Gun Ban, Child Rapists to Live
Posted by Amazingbrian in America, PoliticsIn a close 5-4 decision, the Supreme Court has struck down the Washington DC gun ban upholding the second amendment. This is a huge victory for every American citizen. I’m sure the NRA will now go full force after similar communities. It looks like Chicago will be next. Every American should have the right to protect his family and home. Somehow, I feel it will become quite important for America to have a strong militia in the future.
I love Justice Scalia’s comment that the handgun is Americans’ preferred weapon of self-defense in part because “it can be pointed at a burglar with one hand while the other hand dials the police.”
“Power is inherent in the people, it is their right and duty to be at all times armed.” - Thomas Jefferson
“Those who give up essential liberties to purchase a little temporary safety deserve neither liberty nor safety.” - Benjamin Franklin
In a separate recent decision, the Court has found the execution of child rapists a violation of the 8th amendment. This would be considered cruel and unusual punishment. I tend to disagree with this opinion as did 4 of the Justices. I think I would have to consider rape certainly cruel, and not that unusual.
This particular case revolved around the rape of an 8 year old girl. The state of Louisiana wanted to put the sick bastard down. But, now society must pay. They must pay to house, cloth, and feed this wacko for the rest of his life. At what cost? I couldn’t find statistics for Louisiana, but in Florida the cost is $19002 a year, in Texas, $22000. So let’s use the Florida number, and assume this rapist is going to live another 40 years. He gets a paid vacation for the rest of his life and the tax payers shell out $760080 to make it happen.
Think about it. Who couldn’t retire to a comfortable life with $760080 in their pocket?
I live and breath the Constitution, but I disagree with the Courts interpretation of this issue.
Whether you agree or disagree, these Judges have the ability to preserve, or remove your rights based on their opinions. It’s important for all Americans to realize, THIS is the single biggest issue at stake in the upcoming Presidential election. What kind of Judge will Barack Obama nominate? What kind of Judge will John McCain nominate? There are currently several Justices that are over 80 years old. The next President could potentially, dramatically change the face and opinion of the Court. You and I will probably have to live with their decisions for the rest of our life.
Do you wish to preserve your rights, or loose them? Think about that when you cast your vote in November.
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