What does the First Amendment say? How about the 2nd? You may know the answers to both questions. Some Constitutional scholars may know what the 3rd is, but only a few. That’s because it is thought to be outdated and unnecessary. I watched a video today that explained just how important the Third Amendment really is.
The 3rd Amendment simply states that the government can’t force citizens to house and feed soldiers. This was a big thing in colonial times. British soldiers not only took food and housing, they often destroyed the property and even took away some women if they were so inclined. And, you thought the Revolution was all about taxation without representation.
Today, it is unimaginable to think that the government could force us peasants to quarter soldiers in time of war, much less in peace. I would ask, what’s to stop them? The correct answer is, the Second Amendment.
If they quarter them at my house, they better like chili and ribs.
For breakfast.
PMO
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