A Though on Presentation

[Rail Driver]

My own practice in discussing the Second Amendment is to refer to those of us favoring expansive rights as "pro-civil rights." There is an abundant body of proof that the whole of the Bill of Rights was not mere happenstance, but a carefully crafted affirmation of a whole body of rights that had to be recognized to guard against the predations of government and the darker motives of those who would attempt to justify intrusion on one or more of those rights in the name of "good order."

The term, "civil rights" has often been interpreted to focus on the right of equality under the law, but I firmly believe that it accurately describes all our Constitutional rights. I am, in every respect, pro-civil rights. Those who believe that they have the individual prerogative to deny some or all of those rights are anti-civil rights.

I really think that describing our position in this manner suggests a higher purpose than simply focusing on self defense.

Now that is something I can get behind. Great thoughts, MM.

 

[Johannes_Paulsen]

I always thought that GWB used the phrase "Democrat Party" because he wasn't so good with grammar.

Of course, I also never thought that an advocate for unfettered democracy automatically has the moral high ground.

YMMV.

That said, this isn't a bad idea. Framing the terms of a debate is often important. The Canadians opposed to the US-Canada free trade agreement in the late '80s for some reason went by the moniker "anti-free trade activists"....and I don't think having the word "anti" next to "free" in your group's name is a winning combo.

 

[Sky]

It's simply one strategy in many in which we can continue to turn the tide in favor of our 2A rights. Every point that you've brought up is certainly applicable. We need to educate individuals about what the 2A really means, and the history behind it. We also need to immerse our neighbors and friends in the firearm culture. Invite them hunting or to the range. Heck I've even delved into pointless discussions about zombies with folks because I saw it as an attempt to evangelize my postitions for the RKBA. But also, thanks to Guido, I'm adding the statements of "why are you anti self defense" and "don't you want to help women protect themselves" to my repertoire of arguments against anti's.

Many things strike different chords with different sets of people.

Any discussion that broadens our tactics and debating ability; I would think should be considered a plus.