Two things that'll never happen in this country; two things that will never, ever, ever, ever happen in this country: Gun control and abortion being made illegal. Don't even worry about, aint gonna happen. Abortion will be legal 'til the end of time and you'll never be able to pry the gun from the cold dead fingers of any jackass who wants to own one.
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- The speaker predicts that gun control and abortion bans will never happen in the country.
- In plain terms
- They think gun control and abortion bans are impossible.
- What can you take from it?
- Some social issues feel entrenched and unlikely to change.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- What factors could overturn such entrenched positions?
- How do predictions influence activism?
Another view
Historical shifts have altered both gun laws and abortion rights, so the claim may be overly fatalistic.
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