The Second Amendment says we have the right to bear arms, not to bear artillery.
Interpretation
This quote emphasizes the distinction between personal gun ownership and the ownership of more powerful weaponry.
Robin Williams is commenting on the Second Amendment of the United States Constitution, suggesting that while individuals have the right to own firearms, this right should not extend to more destructive weapons like artillery. His witty remark provokes thought about the interpretation of constitutional rights, questioning the limits and implications of those rights in modern society.
In practice
In a debate discussing gun laws, you could use this quote to underline the nuances of the Second Amendment.
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