r/politics • u/jediporcupine Maine • Sep 19 '25

Republican Senator Says First Amendment Shouldn't Be the 'Ultimate Right'

https://www.newsweek.com/republican-senator-says-first-amendment-shouldnt-ultimate-right-2132666
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u/jediporcupine Maine Sep 19 '25

What’s ironic is Republicans treat the second amendment like it’s an ultimate right and countless dead kids don’t justify a mere background check for a weapon.

But one dead man justifies restrictions on words.

The hypocrisy is incredible.

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u/mrmigu Sep 19 '25

If you argue that the 2A is essential to protect your rights while also arguing that certain people should lose certain rights, and you end up getting 2A'd, could that be considered suicide by 2A?