Originally Posted by auburn2

The reason and logic in the example is sound but the comparison to other rights is not. Constitutional rights are routinely denied to certain segments of the populace. Off the top of my head:

1. 4th amendment rights are universally denied to those who are incarcerated (for both felonies and misdemeaners) during their incarceration

2. The constitutional right to vote has historically been denied to felons and continues to be in some states (although the number is dwindling).

3. Many constitutional rights, including the freedom of speech, are lost by members who enlist in the U.S. armed services (during their enlstment) and others will be forfiet by a service member who is dishonorably discharged.

4. Freedom of speech is denied to children in many contexts.

5. Due process is denied to those with previous convictions of sex crimes.

So when it comes down to it we have a long history of denying constitutional rights to substantial segements of the population. You can argue logically felons should have 2nd amendment rights but it is incorrect to say it is the only example of people being denied.