Alexander Hamilton Quote - The constitution shall never be construed, to prevent the people of the United States who are peaceable citizens from keeping their own arms.

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The constitution shall never be construed, to prevent the people of the United States who are peaceable citizens from keeping their own arms.

"The constitution shall never be construed, to prevent the people of the United States who are peaceable citizens from keeping their own arms."

— Alexander Hamilton

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Author: Alexander Hamilton
Category: Assertive
Tags: Assertive Citizenship Peace People

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The statement makes a constitutional claim whose wording lacks verified sourcing here.

Key takeaway: Check the original document before presenting a legal-historical quotation.

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Attributed author: Alexander Hamilton

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