We shouldn't be surprised that the assault ban wouldn't be revisited. Most of us had the following statements come out of our mouths once it was lifted:

"Buy 'em while you can get 'em."

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Democracy is two wolves and a lamb voting on what to have for dinner. Liberty is a well-armed lamb contesting the vote.

**ubi apis- ibi salus**