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One of the Founders wrote something like this when the Bill Of Rights was being debated: "The people may use their arms in their own defense." "The same idea was repeated, in different language, in many of their writings. It was also included in some state constitutions. So the 2nd does...

So, what does "shall not be abridged" mean, anyway? I thought our 2nd Amendment was merely in support of our God given right to defend ourselves and others from being attacked. Am I confused?