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Our Basic Freedoms: The right to Bear Arms

What are the origins of the Second Amendment? Do they shed any light on our current national discussion over the right to bear arms? This program, led by Joyce Haworh, will examine the background of this amendment, the purposes that the first Congress had in including it in the Constitution, and the lasting influence of the Founders' intent. Registration is $9 member; $11 non-member.

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