Hancock County, Iowa lives up to its name in becoming the twenty-eighth 2nd Amendment Sanctuary. Aptly named after John Hancock, an American Revolutionary and the first to sign the Declaration of Independence. By people contacting their Supervisors and asking them to pass the resolution, they are petitioning their government. One of the five freedoms protected under the 1st Amendment. Exercising your rights is the surest way to retain them.
We are nearing a third of the state becoming a 2nd Amendment Sanctuary, with that I have heard all of the arguments for and against the resolution. First I would like to state that I’m glad to hear so many people being involved in such an important issue. One of the common questions asked on both sides of the debate, is a 2nd Amendment Sanctuary Resolution symbolic?
To answer a question with a question, how about we ask is there weight in symbolism? I would have to admit there is a sense of symbolism with the resolution, to put it politely it is a strong statement of defiance. That we, in this county will not comply with unconstitutional restrictions regarding the 2nd Amendment. I would say there is most definitely weight in that statement. Another fine example in keeping with the theme is a quote from John Hancock after signing the Declaration of Independence with the largest signature, “There, I guess King George will be able to read that without his spectacles!” That’s some powerful symbolism.
Another question is “where are the teeth.” First off, with this resolution at the state or county level, we are denying federal government any and all resources should they try and force their unconstitutional will on us. As far as defining what the “teeth” are, well it’s going to come down to how badly you want to keep your rights and the lengths you’re willing to go to protect them. Some people learned what the “teeth” were back in April 19, 1775 after the shot heard round the world. Now I’m not saying we’re at the point of a revolutionary rebellion, only that we are at a point where we can and should add protections for Iowans right to keep and bear arms.
By passing the resolution, the county officials are reaffirming their oath to the Constitution and making it known that they will support and protect their constituents against all enemies foreign or domestic. We as citizens should reciprocate that back to our government officials, letting them know we have their backs. For Hancock County now is a good time to contact your Supervisors and thank them for standing up for our freedoms.
In closing I would like to congratulate and thank Hancock County on becoming a 2nd Amendment Sanctuary. It is our duty as Americans to be defiant against tyranny and to disobey unconstitutional laws.
Dillon Daughenbaugh – IFC Communications Director
To find out more about 2nd Amendment Sanctuaries please click Here
To join the fight in preserving and protecting our rights please click Membership
Recent Comments