I would have to agree with flsprtsgod in that the militia is not a standing force, but one that would be made up of free people to counter the government.

 

Well-Regulated means: Subject to superior authority. (civilian control of a military) There is no widespread central control over a states militia because each state is an independent force/entity.  

 

If the 2nd amendment were written today, it would be more along the lines of, "Since a well-regulated militia is necessary to the security of a free state, the right of the people to keep and bear arms shall not be abridged."

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