Articles related to "Second Amendment"

The Second Amendment addresses gun possession. Its language gives support to advocates of strong gun controls or only limited regulation of citizen ownership.

Washington DC's handgun ban was struck down as the Supreme Court ruled on the Second Amendment.

Neal Knox: The Gun Rights War is a collection of articles from magazines and newspapers that were written by the founder of the Firearms Coalition.

A look at the recent school violence in America and an idea for a larger scale solution.

Tennessee's governor signed a bill June 12 that allows holders of concealed weapons permits to carry their firearms in any public green space in the state.

In 1797 George Washington set a precedent that would be followed for 143 years. He retired from office after two terms. Franklin Roosevelt broke the tradition.

When teaching a controversial topic, teachers should allow students expansive room to draw their own conclusions.

When we think of a political candidate who is a social conservative, we may immediately focus on the issues of an anti-abortion position and an anti-gay rights position.

The Tennessee Legislature overrode a veto to pass a law allowing individuals with concealed carry permits to bring firearms into restaurants and bars that serve alcohol.

Firearms account for several thousand homicides and hundreds of thousands of nonfatal but nonetheless serious crimes every year. This article outlines some figures.

Americans own 240 million-plus guns. Chances are some are used in self-defense against criminals. This article offers details relevant to the gun debate in America.

There are considerable barriers to Indonesian indigenous rights. But are these blocks natural, or merely paternalism in disguise?

As Americans become increasingly disenchanted with the "us vs. them" mentality of a two-party political system, many are exploring Libertarianism as an alternative.

The U.S. Constitution does not give Americans rights. It was created and modified to prevent government from infringing rights.

One of Obama's themes during his 2008 presidential campaign was "change." Early in his term, however, "continuity" could describe his work in three policy areas.

Eric Thompson, the owner of a gun company who sold guns to Seung-Hui Cho and Steven Kazmierczak was invited to Virginia Tech by Students for Concealed Carry group.

Federal law provides significant penalties for felons in possession of weapons, unless the felon has his rights restored by the convicting state.

The aboriginal people and settlers of Newfoundland and Labrador, and Greenland, have hunted murres for food for generations. Now the birds need conservation.

Before ratification of the 22nd Amendment, only three presidents sought a third term in office, upsetting tradition and precedent that began with the Founding Fathers.

A night at the movies is a staple of the modern dating scene and is considered a safe option for the first date.