Dr. King kept guns in his home to protect himself and his family. After firebombing and numerous death threats by racists, his application for a permit to carry a gun was denied by the 'may issue' white power structure (Democrat) in that time and place. Let the holiday that celebrates this manโs life include some reflection on the importance of the Second Amendment.
Massad Ayoob...in any society, Law is an illusory concept that works only when everyone voluntarily agrees to live by it.
Massad AyoobA basic principle of American justice holds that a bad man has the same rights as a good man.
Massad AyoobMy own idea of a $5,500 .45 auto is a used Volkswagon with a Glock 30 in the glove box.
Massad AyoobThe religious fanatic who practices terrorism cannot be reasoned with, because there is nothing you can threaten him with, and no alternative you can offer him that is more palatable than his genuine belief that if he dies fighting you, he will be greatly rewarded in afterlife. Only swift and extreme force can stop him.
Massad Ayoob