Judge Richard Posner
stated as the main voice for the court that, "The Supreme Court has
decided that the amendment confers a right to bear arms for self-defense, which
is as important outside the home as inside. The theoretical and empirical
evidence (which overall is inconclusive) is consistent with concluding that a
right to carry firearms in public may promote self-defense..."
Heck yeah! Couldn't agree with him more.
The SunTimes blog took a poll regarding the matter, inquiring as to whether or not Illinois should have CCWs, or if not. It is a breath of fresh air to say the least when we see a court, federal or otherwise step up and actually say what the purpose of firearms are for responsible citizens, and to protect those rights wholeheartedly! I know this is only a small step and I am sure Illinois will concoct some sort of nonsensical law yet again that makes obtaining a permit nigh impossible but the bullying of the state has definitely been noticed and pushed back for once. If you live in Illinois please thank the judge and his party members for utilizing logic and going against the grain; especially as of late, between Costas and Whitlock, Oregon, etc this is not exactly the most popular decision, but the right decision seldom is.
The SunTimes blog took a poll regarding the matter, inquiring as to whether or not Illinois should have CCWs, or if not. It is a breath of fresh air to say the least when we see a court, federal or otherwise step up and actually say what the purpose of firearms are for responsible citizens, and to protect those rights wholeheartedly! I know this is only a small step and I am sure Illinois will concoct some sort of nonsensical law yet again that makes obtaining a permit nigh impossible but the bullying of the state has definitely been noticed and pushed back for once. If you live in Illinois please thank the judge and his party members for utilizing logic and going against the grain; especially as of late, between Costas and Whitlock, Oregon, etc this is not exactly the most popular decision, but the right decision seldom is.
The results are fantastic, and it's only been about 24 hours since the article was originally posted.
