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Originally Posted by Ziggy2525
Yes, but...
Originally, the constitution didn’t apply to the states. The 14th amendment changed that, but not all the amendments were considered included. Over time, more and more have been. IIRC, that’s called the “incorporation doctrine.” I think Heller fully incorporated the 2nd amendment, but pretty sure there’s nothing there covering CCW or posession outside your home. Could be wrong.
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I would disagree with the concept that the constitution did not originally apply to the states. If that were the case, then there would have been no Bill of Rights (the first 10 amendments) and the constitution would have not likely been ratified by the thirteen original states.
The 14th amendment, specifically section I, reaffirms the Bill of Rights and that it applies to
all citizens of the U.S. This was deemed necessary as the former Confederate States would not likely (and in reality, did not) apply laws equally, but would continue with segregation and not recognizing the rights of minority citizens.