Bill of Rights (With Interpretation)

[Hazard Time]

Seeing as how the Middle East is in flames over a poorly made trailer by a fail troll and how most Americans are saying "LEARN THE FIRST AMENDMENT", and I also have nothing better to do, I thought I would list all 10 Amendments in the Bill of Rights, complete with my professional interpretation of each individual right.  Each individual right in each ammendment is colored so as the reader can easily identify them.  As an American citizen, I think it is our duty to know exactly what our government is capable of.  For those Eurofags out there, take notes.   

First Ammendment: Congress shall make no law respecting an establishment of religion, or prohibiting the free exercise thereof; or abridging the freedom of speech, or of the press; or the right of the people peaceably to assemble, and to petition the Government for a redress of grievances.

Interpretation:  The most overused and misquoted amendment of them all.
1.  The government cannot establish a state religion.  For example, Obama cannot establish Islam as the state religion of the USA (Obama is muslim, right?) and persecute anyone who refuses to convert.

2.  The government cannot tell people how to practice their religion, unless such practices infringe upon the rights of others (i.e. Muslim honor killings)

3.  The government cannot tell people what they can or cannot say.  Despite my simple answer, this right is INCREDIBLY complex and has grown more so over the years.  I will leave it to the reader to do more research on exactly what falls under this right.

4.  The government cannot tell the press what it can or cannot print, unless what it prints is proven to be distasteful slander.  For example, if USA Today was to print an article saying that Obama is harboring terrorists under the White House and they are not being facetious, then the government has the right to censor that article.

5.  The common people do not need government permission to gather.  The exception is, of course, with things like parades or bike races.

6.  The people have the right to protest against the government without their permission.

Second Ammendment:  A well regulated Militia, being necessary to the security of a free State, the right of the people to keep and bear Arms, shall not be infringed.

Interpretation:  This amendment is the most controversial, and judges still argue over exactly what a "militia" constitutes.  As follows is my personal opinion of this amendment.
1.  Each state has the right to have its own militia, or national guard, to ensure its safety.
2.  People have the right to own firearms.

Third Ammendment: No Soldier shall, in time of peace be quartered in any house, without the consent of the Owner, nor in time of war, but in a manner to be prescribed by law.

Interpretation:  Pretty much a useless amendment.  The only reason this happened was because we didn't want our government turning every house into a bed and breakfast like the British did.  That sucked hard.

Fourth Amendment:  The right of the people to be secure in their persons, houses, papers, and effects, against unreasonable searches and seizures, shall not be violated, and no Warrants shall issue, but upon probable cause, supported by Oath or affirmation, and particularly describing the place to be searched, and the persons or things to be seized.

Interpretation:
1.  People cannot be randomly searched.

2.  Houses cannot be randomly searched.

3.  Important documents cannot be randomly confiscated.

4.  Other personal items cannot be randomly confiscated.

5.  Warrants can only be issued if there is probable cause.

6.  A judge must approve of a warrant.

7. The area to be searched must be specified.  If you specify a property, you must specify where on the property you will search.  If you wish to search the house, but do not mention the back shed, you may not enter without owner permission.

8.  If you are looking for any criminals on the property, you must specify.

9.  You must specify the items you are searching for.  If you mention you are looking for weed and find cocaine, you may confiscate it, but you cannot charge the owner with possession.

Fifth Amendment:  No person shall be held to answer for a capital, or otherwise infamous crime, unless on a presentment or indictment of a Grand Jury, except in cases arising in the land or naval forces, or in the Militia, when in actual service in time of War or public danger; nor shall any person be subject for the same offence to be twice put in jeopardy of life or limb; nor shall be compelled in any criminal case to be a witness against himself, nor be deprived of life, liberty, or property, without due process of law; nor shall private property be taken for public use, without just compensation.

Interpretation:
1.  All crimes shall be judged before a jury, unless the defendant so chooses to waive that right of his/her own personal accord.

2.  The exception to the previous right is a military tribunal, where a jury is not necessary.

3.  No one shall be indicted twice for the same crime (Double Jeopardy).  AKA, if someone is acquitted, the accusation cannot put him/her on trial again and again until they get a guilty verdict.

4.  The defendant does not have to say anything against himself/herself.  However, anything he/she says can be used against him/her in the court of law.

5.  No one shall be imprisoned, executed, or otherwise receive punishment without first going before a jury (Due Process).  This is the right that was violated when we bombed that American-born terrorist in Yemen with a predator drone.

6.  If the government needs your shit bad enough, then they must give you something in return.  Of course, this implies the government does not need your permission.

Sixth Amendment:  In all criminal prosecutions, the accused shall enjoy the right to a speedy and public trial, by an impartial jury of the State and district wherein the crime shall have been committed, which district shall have been previously ascertained by law, and to be informed of the nature and cause of the accusation; to be confronted with the witnesses against him; to have compulsory process for obtaining witnesses in his favor, and to have the Assistance of Counsel for his defence.

Interpretation:
1.  A person should not have to wait 10 years for a trial, and this trial shall not be behind closed doors.

2.  The jury should remain unbiased.  If a jury member is found to be biased, then he/she will be expelled and replaced.

3.  The trial is to be held in the district the crime was committed in.  However, if the jury is found to be too biased, then the defendant may be extradited elsewhere for a fairer trial.

4.  The defendant shall be told why they are on trial in the first place.

5.  The defendant may see the witnesses against him.

6.  The defendant may have his/her own witnesses.

7.  The defendant may have an attorny represent him/her, unless he/she waives that right and represents him/herself.

Seventh Amendment:  In suits at common law, where the value in controversy shall exceed twenty dollars, the right of trial by jury shall be preserved, and no fact tried by a jury, shall be otherwise re-examined in any court of the United States, than according to the rules of the common law.

Interpretation:
1.  I'm not quite sure if the $20 standard still stands....but in any case, any lawsuit over a certain amount shall be tried before a jury.

2.  All evidence presented in the court room stays in the courtroom.  The only opinions that matter are those of the jury.

Eighth Amendment:  Excessive bail shall not be required, nor excessive fines imposed, nor cruel and unusual punishments inflicted.

Interpretation:
1.  Bail shall not be set at one million dollars for a first time car theft.

2.  You shall not have to pay one million dollars for a speeding ticket.

3.  You shall not have your hands cut off if found guilty of stealing, or stoned to death for adultery, or have your tongue cut off for lying (For more examples, look up crime and punishment in Saudi Arabia).

Ninth Amendment:  The enumeration in the Constitution, of certain rights, shall not be construed to deny or disparage others retained by the people.

Interpretation:  Just because a right is not mentioned, does not necessarily mean it isn't implied.

Tenth Amendment:  The powers not delegated to the United States by the Constitution, nor prohibited by it to the States, are reserved to the States respectively, or to the people.

Interpretation:  Any rights not specifically given to the federal government are given to state governments.

[tics]

Seeing as how the Middle East is in flames over a poorly made trailer by a fail troll and how most Americans are saying "LEARN THE FIRST AMENDMENT", and I also have nothing better to do, I thought I would list all 10 Amendments in the Bill of Rights, complete with my professional interpretation of each individual right.  Each individual right in each ammendment is colored so as the reader can easily identify them.  As an American citizen, I think it is our duty to know exactly what our government is capable of.  For those Eurofags out there, take notes.   

First Ammendment: Congress shall make no law respecting an establishment of religion, or prohibiting the free exercise thereof; or abridging the freedom of speech, or of the press; or the right of the people peaceably to assemble, and to petition the Government for a redress of grievances.

Interpretation:  The most overused and misquoted amendment of them all.
1.  The government cannot establish a state religion.  For example, Obama cannot establish Islam as the state religion of the USA (Obama is muslim, right?) and persecute anyone who refuses to convert.

2.  The government cannot tell people how to practice their religion, unless such practices infringe upon the rights of others (i.e. Muslim honor killings)

3.  The government cannot tell people what they can or cannot say.  Despite my simple answer, this right is INCREDIBLY complex and has grown more so over the years.  I will leave it to the reader to do more research on exactly what falls under this right.

4.  The government cannot tell the press what it can or cannot print, unless what it prints is proven to be distasteful slander.  For example, if USA Today was to print an article saying that Obama is harboring terrorists under the White House and they are not being facetious, then the government has the right to censor that article.

5.  The common people do not need government permission to gather.  The exception is, of course, with things like parades or bike races.

6.  The people have the right to protest against the government without their permission.

Second Ammendment:  A well regulated Militia, being necessary to the security of a free State, the right of the people to keep and bear Arms, shall not be infringed.

Interpretation:  This amendment is the most controversial, and judges still argue over exactly what a "militia" constitutes.  As follows is my personal opinion of this amendment.
1.  Each state has the right to have its own militia, or national guard, to ensure its safety.
2.  People have the right to own firearms.

Third Ammendment: No Soldier shall, in time of peace be quartered in any house, without the consent of the Owner, nor in time of war, but in a manner to be prescribed by law.

Interpretation:  Pretty much a useless amendment.  The only reason this happened was because we didn't want our government turning every house into a bed and breakfast like the British did.  That sucked hard.

Fourth Amendment:  The right of the people to be secure in their persons, houses, papers, and effects, against unreasonable searches and seizures, shall not be violated, and no Warrants shall issue, but upon probable cause, supported by Oath or affirmation, and particularly describing the place to be searched, and the persons or things to be seized.

Interpretation:
1.  People cannot be randomly searched.

2.  Houses cannot be randomly searched.

3.  Important documents cannot be randomly confiscated.

4.  Other personal items cannot be randomly confiscated.

5.  Warrants can only be issued if there is probable cause.

6.  A judge must approve of a warrant.

7. The area to be searched must be specified.  If you specify a property, you must specify where on the property you will search.  If you wish to search the house, but do not mention the back shed, you may not enter without owner permission.

8.  If you are looking for any criminals on the property, you must specify.

9.  You must specify the items you are searching for.  If you mention you are looking for weed and find cocaine, you may confiscate it, but you cannot charge the owner with possession.

Fifth Amendment:  No person shall be held to answer for a capital, or otherwise infamous crime, unless on a presentment or indictment of a Grand Jury, except in cases arising in the land or naval forces, or in the Militia, when in actual service in time of War or public danger; nor shall any person be subject for the same offence to be twice put in jeopardy of life or limb; nor shall be compelled in any criminal case to be a witness against himself, nor be deprived of life, liberty, or property, without due process of law; nor shall private property be taken for public use, without just compensation.

Interpretation:
1.  All crimes shall be judged before a jury, unless the defendant so chooses to waive that right of his/her own personal accord.

2.  The exception to the previous right is a military tribunal, where a jury is not necessary.

3.  No one shall be indicted twice for the same crime (Double Jeopardy).  AKA, if someone is acquitted, the accusation cannot put him/her on trial again and again until they get a guilty verdict.

4.  The defendant does not have to say anything against himself/herself.  However, anything he/she says can be used against him/her in the court of law.

5.  No one shall be imprisoned, executed, or otherwise receive punishment without first going before a jury (Due Process).  This is the right that was violated when we bombed that American-born terrorist in Yemen with a predator drone.

6.  If the government needs your shit bad enough, then they must give you something in return.  Of course, this implies the government does not need your permission.

Sixth Amendment:  In all criminal prosecutions, the accused shall enjoy the right to a speedy and public trial, by an impartial jury of the State and district wherein the crime shall have been committed, which district shall have been previously ascertained by law, and to be informed of the nature and cause of the accusation; to be confronted with the witnesses against him; to have compulsory process for obtaining witnesses in his favor, and to have the Assistance of Counsel for his defence.

Interpretation:
1.  A person should not have to wait 10 years for a trial, and this trial shall not be behind closed doors.

2.  The jury should remain unbiased.  If a jury member is found to be biased, then he/she will be expelled and replaced.

3.  The trial is to be held in the district the crime was committed in.  However, if the jury is found to be too biased, then the defendant may be extradited elsewhere for a fairer trial.

4.  The defendant shall be told why they are on trial in the first place.

5.  The defendant may see the witnesses against him.

6.  The defendant may have his/her own witnesses.

7.  The defendant may have an attorny represent him/her, unless he/she waives that right and represents him/herself.

Seventh Amendment:  In suits at common law, where the value in controversy shall exceed twenty dollars, the right of trial by jury shall be preserved, and no fact tried by a jury, shall be otherwise re-examined in any court of the United States, than according to the rules of the common law.

Interpretation:
1.  I'm not quite sure if the $20 standard still stands....but in any case, any lawsuit over a certain amount shall be tried before a jury.

2.  All evidence presented in the court room stays in the courtroom.  The only opinions that matter are those of the jury.

Eighth Amendment:  Excessive bail shall not be required, nor excessive fines imposed, nor cruel and unusual punishments inflicted.

Interpretation:
1.  Bail shall not be set at one million dollars for a first time car theft.

2.  You shall not have to pay one million dollars for a speeding ticket.

3.  You shall not have your hands cut off if found guilty of stealing, or stoned to death for adultery, or have your tongue cut off for lying (For more examples, look up crime and punishment in Saudi Arabia).

Ninth Amendment:  The enumeration in the Constitution, of certain rights, shall not be construed to deny or disparage others retained by the people.

Interpretation:  Just because a right is not mentioned, does not necessarily mean it isn't implied.

Tenth Amendment:  The powers not delegated to the United States by the Constitution, nor prohibited by it to the States, are reserved to the States respectively, or to the people.

Interpretation:  Any rights not specifically given to the federal government are given to state governments.

Not to be rude, but your reasoning for posting this is distasteful. The reason why us Americans cannot comprehend the outrage in the Middle East is because of our ethnocentrism. We are judging the culture of the Middle East by the standards of our own. Ethnocentrism is also the reason why Muslims are angry at Western governments for not banning the video. In the world where these people live, insulting Islam is often a punishable offense. Therefore, the First Amendment is not something that is generally involved in their thought process with legal issues. Likewise, we do not understand how much of a crucial cornerstone Islam is to the Arab world, nor can we fully understand how insulting the video is without being Muslim.

As for "Eurofags" needing to take note, I suggest you go read European constitutions, or maybe those of South Africa and India. People in Europe and other parts of the world are actually guaranteed many more freedoms than we are here in the United States. On a broader scale, American arrogance needs to end, and people need to crack open a book. Aside from guaranteed freedoms, there are a number of important issues in which Europe and other civilized areas of the world trump us. For example: healthcare, equality, employment standards, and overall quality of living. Perhaps we should get our enormous heads out of our asses and actually take notes on what Europe is doing. (And to prevent any "Europe's economy is failing" comments, which is worth more again? The USD or EUR? Hmmmm?)

As for your actual breakdown of the amendments, I feel you did a satisfactory job. Many of the amendments of the Constitution are far more complicated than they appear to be, particularly with the free speech clause of the First Amendment and the entirety of the Second Amendment. However, even the Supreme Court cannot reach any clear agreement on either, so any further input on either would be biased and opinionated.

[Hazard Time]

Seeing as how the Middle East is in flames over a poorly made trailer by a fail troll and how most Americans are saying "LEARN THE FIRST AMENDMENT", and I also have nothing better to do, I thought I would list all 10 Amendments in the Bill of Rights, complete with my professional interpretation of each individual right.  Each individual right in each ammendment is colored so as the reader can easily identify them.  As an American citizen, I think it is our duty to know exactly what our government is capable of.  For those Eurofags out there, take notes.   

First Ammendment: Congress shall make no law respecting an establishment of religion, or prohibiting the free exercise thereof; or abridging the freedom of speech, or of the press; or the right of the people peaceably to assemble, and to petition the Government for a redress of grievances.

Interpretation:  The most overused and misquoted amendment of them all.
1.  The government cannot establish a state religion.  For example, Obama cannot establish Islam as the state religion of the USA (Obama is muslim, right?) and persecute anyone who refuses to convert.

2.  The government cannot tell people how to practice their religion, unless such practices infringe upon the rights of others (i.e. Muslim honor killings)

3.  The government cannot tell people what they can or cannot say.  Despite my simple answer, this right is INCREDIBLY complex and has grown more so over the years.  I will leave it to the reader to do more research on exactly what falls under this right.

4.  The government cannot tell the press what it can or cannot print, unless what it prints is proven to be distasteful slander.  For example, if USA Today was to print an article saying that Obama is harboring terrorists under the White House and they are not being facetious, then the government has the right to censor that article.

5.  The common people do not need government permission to gather.  The exception is, of course, with things like parades or bike races.

6.  The people have the right to protest against the government without their permission.

Second Ammendment:  A well regulated Militia, being necessary to the security of a free State, the right of the people to keep and bear Arms, shall not be infringed.

Interpretation:  This amendment is the most controversial, and judges still argue over exactly what a "militia" constitutes.  As follows is my personal opinion of this amendment.
1.  Each state has the right to have its own militia, or national guard, to ensure its safety.
2.  People have the right to own firearms.

Third Ammendment: No Soldier shall, in time of peace be quartered in any house, without the consent of the Owner, nor in time of war, but in a manner to be prescribed by law.

Interpretation:  Pretty much a useless amendment.  The only reason this happened was because we didn't want our government turning every house into a bed and breakfast like the British did.  That sucked hard.

Fourth Amendment:  The right of the people to be secure in their persons, houses, papers, and effects, against unreasonable searches and seizures, shall not be violated, and no Warrants shall issue, but upon probable cause, supported by Oath or affirmation, and particularly describing the place to be searched, and the persons or things to be seized.

Interpretation:
1.  People cannot be randomly searched.

2.  Houses cannot be randomly searched.

3.  Important documents cannot be randomly confiscated.

4.  Other personal items cannot be randomly confiscated.

5.  Warrants can only be issued if there is probable cause.

6.  A judge must approve of a warrant.

7. The area to be searched must be specified.  If you specify a property, you must specify where on the property you will search.  If you wish to search the house, but do not mention the back shed, you may not enter without owner permission.

8.  If you are looking for any criminals on the property, you must specify.

9.  You must specify the items you are searching for.  If you mention you are looking for weed and find cocaine, you may confiscate it, but you cannot charge the owner with possession.

Fifth Amendment:  No person shall be held to answer for a capital, or otherwise infamous crime, unless on a presentment or indictment of a Grand Jury, except in cases arising in the land or naval forces, or in the Militia, when in actual service in time of War or public danger; nor shall any person be subject for the same offence to be twice put in jeopardy of life or limb; nor shall be compelled in any criminal case to be a witness against himself, nor be deprived of life, liberty, or property, without due process of law; nor shall private property be taken for public use, without just compensation.

Interpretation:
1.  All crimes shall be judged before a jury, unless the defendant so chooses to waive that right of his/her own personal accord.

2.  The exception to the previous right is a military tribunal, where a jury is not necessary.

3.  No one shall be indicted twice for the same crime (Double Jeopardy).  AKA, if someone is acquitted, the accusation cannot put him/her on trial again and again until they get a guilty verdict.

4.  The defendant does not have to say anything against himself/herself.  However, anything he/she says can be used against him/her in the court of law.

5.  No one shall be imprisoned, executed, or otherwise receive punishment without first going before a jury (Due Process).  This is the right that was violated when we bombed that American-born terrorist in Yemen with a predator drone.

6.  If the government needs your shit bad enough, then they must give you something in return.  Of course, this implies the government does not need your permission.

Sixth Amendment:  In all criminal prosecutions, the accused shall enjoy the right to a speedy and public trial, by an impartial jury of the State and district wherein the crime shall have been committed, which district shall have been previously ascertained by law, and to be informed of the nature and cause of the accusation; to be confronted with the witnesses against him; to have compulsory process for obtaining witnesses in his favor, and to have the Assistance of Counsel for his defence.

Interpretation:
1.  A person should not have to wait 10 years for a trial, and this trial shall not be behind closed doors.

2.  The jury should remain unbiased.  If a jury member is found to be biased, then he/she will be expelled and replaced.

3.  The trial is to be held in the district the crime was committed in.  However, if the jury is found to be too biased, then the defendant may be extradited elsewhere for a fairer trial.

4.  The defendant shall be told why they are on trial in the first place.

5.  The defendant may see the witnesses against him.

6.  The defendant may have his/her own witnesses.

7.  The defendant may have an attorny represent him/her, unless he/she waives that right and represents him/herself.

Seventh Amendment:  In suits at common law, where the value in controversy shall exceed twenty dollars, the right of trial by jury shall be preserved, and no fact tried by a jury, shall be otherwise re-examined in any court of the United States, than according to the rules of the common law.

Interpretation:
1.  I'm not quite sure if the $20 standard still stands....but in any case, any lawsuit over a certain amount shall be tried before a jury.

2.  All evidence presented in the court room stays in the courtroom.  The only opinions that matter are those of the jury.

Eighth Amendment:  Excessive bail shall not be required, nor excessive fines imposed, nor cruel and unusual punishments inflicted.

Interpretation:
1.  Bail shall not be set at one million dollars for a first time car theft.

2.  You shall not have to pay one million dollars for a speeding ticket.

3.  You shall not have your hands cut off if found guilty of stealing, or stoned to death for adultery, or have your tongue cut off for lying (For more examples, look up crime and punishment in Saudi Arabia).

Ninth Amendment:  The enumeration in the Constitution, of certain rights, shall not be construed to deny or disparage others retained by the people.

Interpretation:  Just because a right is not mentioned, does not necessarily mean it isn't implied.

Tenth Amendment:  The powers not delegated to the United States by the Constitution, nor prohibited by it to the States, are reserved to the States respectively, or to the people.

Interpretation:  Any rights not specifically given to the federal government are given to state governments.

Not to be rude, but your reasoning for posting this is distasteful. The reason why us Americans cannot comprehend the outrage in the Middle East is because of our ethnocentrism. We are judging the culture of the Middle East by the standards of our own. Ethnocentrism is also the reason why Muslims are angry at Western governments for not banning the video. In the world where these people live, insulting Islam is often a punishable offense. Therefore, the First Amendment is not something that is generally involved in their thought process with legal issues. Likewise, we do not understand how much of a crucial cornerstone Islam is to the Arab world, nor can we fully understand how insulting the video is without being Muslim.

As for "Eurofags" needing to take note, I suggest you go read European constitutions, or maybe those of South Africa and India. People in Europe and other parts of the world are actually guaranteed many more freedoms than we are here in the United States. On a broader scale, American arrogance needs to end, and people need to crack open a book. Aside from guaranteed freedoms, there are a number of important issues in which Europe and other civilized areas of the world trump us. For example: healthcare, equality, employment standards, and overall quality of living. Perhaps we should get our enormous heads out of our asses and actually take notes on what Europe is doing. (And to prevent any "Europe's economy is failing" comments, which is worth more again? The USD or EUR? Hmmmm?)

As for your actual breakdown of the amendments, I feel you did a satisfactory job. Many of the amendments of the Constitution are far more complicated than they appear to be, particularly with the free speech clause of the First Amendment and the entirety of the Second Amendment. However, even the Supreme Court cannot reach any clear agreement on either, so any further input on either would be biased and opinionated.

I appreciate you calling me out on a lot of this.  The part about the Eurofags was facetious, however.  I know full well that many European countries (With the exception of Belarus and Russia) have very well developed Free Speech rights.  I mean no offense to any Europeans who did not understand my humor.

Secondly, I can understand why you think I made this in poor taste.  You are correct in that very few people in the western world, ESPECIALLY in America, can comprehend the way the Muslim mind works.  I understand the their prophet is central to their religion, and I also understand how their religion says to deal with defamation, especially when someone defames their prophet.  However, it is not my fault that I disagree with their religious conservatism.  It is my honest opinion that their ways are backward, and that many people across the Middle East, especially in Iran, are rebelling against this conservatism.  For crying out loud, in Iraq right now, fans of heavy metal are being stoned to death in the streets because they are labelled Satanic.  Does this mean that we should drop bombs all over the place and force democracy down their throat?  Of course not!  If the majority of Arabs are happy living like this, then I say stay out of it, no matter how many human rights activists speak out.  As for those who DO think that there is more to life than what your clerics tell you, then I suggest they get on the next plane out of the Middle East.

Finally, knowing that this question will be asked, I DO NOT HATE MUSLIMS.  I am Jew, but I do not see muslims any different than I see Christians.  Religion is all about one's personal interpretation.  Most of the muslims living in America are the ones that I have previously described.  They want to be able to send their daughters to school.  They want to be able to practice Islam in a peaceful manner instead of the hate that is forced down their throat by people like King Abdullah and President Akhmedinejad.  The only reason I referenced the Middle East so much is because the Sharia code, which is practiced all across the region, almost completely contradicts the Bill of Rights.  If it would make you feel better, I will also mention that China, Belarus, and North Korea also have yet to acknowledge the basic rights of man.

Also, I tried my best to remain unbiased in my interpretation of these rights.  The one exception is the second amendment, which is so ambiguous, it really comes down to personal opinion.

[The Doctor, RIP Juggernaut]

Just going to add, The second amendment* was made so the people could be armed to counter an invasion/hostile government take over, on top of that even nowadays people still need firearms to hunt to provide for food/protection from wild life.
The idea behind that is "People shouldn't fear their governments, Their governments should fear them", the logic being that in our government of checks and balances the people are the last line of defense for freedom.

[Hazard Time]

That too.  Good observation.

On a side note, the reason the explanations of each amendment are so simplistic is because I made them so.  Trying to interpret the Bill of Rights can be as deep as any Pink Floyd album, so please feel free to add/argue any other interpretations.