Carguy Chris, I completely understand your argument and justification for the wording of the 2A. I can't argue with it, as it makes very logical sense, moreso that anything than I've heard regarding the amendment. However, I must say that the civil war destroyed the State vs Federal government rights. For most government agencies functioning at various levels, they are merely imitative puppets of the central control nowadays. As much as I resent saying this, the rationale of your explanation is irrelevant to modern america.
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