[sharktrager]

There is actually a huge contridiction in the constitution. Congress has the right to take action to put down a rebellion, but the 2nd amendment is specifically designed so the people can be armed should a rebellion be necessary.

[KrisKrinkle]

Balance of Power, intended maybe.

[The Raven]

>> but the 2nd amendment is specifically designed so the people can be armed should a rebellion be necessary.

Pure freedom requires a volunteer army and besides, the Founders were skeptical of a standing army.