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2nd / Second Amendment Why Term Paper
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Subject:Government
Topic:Constitutional Amendments
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Document:#20109071
Undoubtedly this would benefit the economy, as healthcare bills related to gun accidents continue to rise with each day that passes. Why not find a means to limit the accidental tragedies that occur with use of guns, rather then spend time and energy finding a way to ban something that will always be available? All of these things can easily be accomplished whether or not the Second Amendment continues or ceases to exist. Congress and the President should focus their attention on more practical matters related to gun legislation. By doing so they will in the long run protect the citizens of this nation and the economy.
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References
Caselaw. "U.S. Constitution: Second amendment." 2005, Thomson Findlaw. 24, April 2005:
http://caselaw.lp.findlaw.com/data/constitution/amendment02/
DeBose, B. "Bush seeks protection for gun dealers." 2004. News World
Communications Inc. 24, April, 2005: http://www.washtimes.com/national/20-8140r.htm
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