Dreamer
Regular Member
Although the McDonald decision is a victory for Second Amendment activists, and the law-abiding citizens of Chicago, it's true repercussions are yet to be felt. Incorporating the 2A under the "due process" clause of the 14A sets an interesting precedent, and has possibly serious ramifications for states like MD.
MD's arbitrary and unconstitutional carry permit issuance policies should now come under direct attack from organizations like Maryland Shall Issue. The State of MD should be expecting lawsuits to be filed soon regarding their arbitrary licensing policies, which not only violate the 2A but are in direct conflict with the "due process clause", and although the MD courts (both state and federal) will most certainly do everything they can to disregard the SCOTUS ruling, the appeals process will most certainly bring such a case before the SCOTUS of the lower courts do so.
The law-abiding citizens of MD have much to rejoice for with this ruling, but the change will not be instant, or easy. Restoring the right to keep and especially to BEAR arms in MD will be an uphill battle, despite the obvious failure of "gun control" policies in that state, and despite the strong support for restoring this right by a vocal and politically active segment of the MD population. The McDonald ruling, although important, is merely the opening move in what will most likely be a long and difficult battle to restore the rights of law-abiding citizens.
The people of MD need to rally behind groups like "Maryland Shall Issue", GOA and the NRA, and do whatever they can to put pressure on Annapolis and Pikesville--to send the message that in MD, like in EVERY state of the union, the power of government comes from the PEOPLE, and the people expect their elected representatives to uphold their oaths to support the US Constitution, and the Rule of Law.
Through lawsuits, elections, and public education, we CAN restore the RKBA in states like MD. The elected representatives of MD need to be sent the message--in no uncertain terms--that if they continue to support policies of unconstitutional (and now illegal) restriction of gun ownership and lawful carry, they will be brought before the Courts, and if necessary, put on the unemployment lines on election day.
Hurray for Otis McDonald. Hurray for the SCOTUS. And let us all pray that the elected officials in Annapolis will come to their senses and begin upholding their oaths to uphold and defend the Rule of Law of this Nation.
Citizens of MD--the ball is now in YOUR court. The forces of Liberty and Law are on your side. And you canrest assured that the citizens in the Free States that surround your borders will do whatever we can to aid your cause. But also know that MD is YOUR state, and only through YOUR dedicated, focused, and concerted efforts can you regain your natural rights.
MD's arbitrary and unconstitutional carry permit issuance policies should now come under direct attack from organizations like Maryland Shall Issue. The State of MD should be expecting lawsuits to be filed soon regarding their arbitrary licensing policies, which not only violate the 2A but are in direct conflict with the "due process clause", and although the MD courts (both state and federal) will most certainly do everything they can to disregard the SCOTUS ruling, the appeals process will most certainly bring such a case before the SCOTUS of the lower courts do so.
The law-abiding citizens of MD have much to rejoice for with this ruling, but the change will not be instant, or easy. Restoring the right to keep and especially to BEAR arms in MD will be an uphill battle, despite the obvious failure of "gun control" policies in that state, and despite the strong support for restoring this right by a vocal and politically active segment of the MD population. The McDonald ruling, although important, is merely the opening move in what will most likely be a long and difficult battle to restore the rights of law-abiding citizens.
The people of MD need to rally behind groups like "Maryland Shall Issue", GOA and the NRA, and do whatever they can to put pressure on Annapolis and Pikesville--to send the message that in MD, like in EVERY state of the union, the power of government comes from the PEOPLE, and the people expect their elected representatives to uphold their oaths to support the US Constitution, and the Rule of Law.
Through lawsuits, elections, and public education, we CAN restore the RKBA in states like MD. The elected representatives of MD need to be sent the message--in no uncertain terms--that if they continue to support policies of unconstitutional (and now illegal) restriction of gun ownership and lawful carry, they will be brought before the Courts, and if necessary, put on the unemployment lines on election day.
Hurray for Otis McDonald. Hurray for the SCOTUS. And let us all pray that the elected officials in Annapolis will come to their senses and begin upholding their oaths to uphold and defend the Rule of Law of this Nation.
Citizens of MD--the ball is now in YOUR court. The forces of Liberty and Law are on your side. And you canrest assured that the citizens in the Free States that surround your borders will do whatever we can to aid your cause. But also know that MD is YOUR state, and only through YOUR dedicated, focused, and concerted efforts can you regain your natural rights.