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Citing Evidence: Black Guns Matter


Write two (2) paragraphs (5 sentences each) using evidence from the above video, and textual evidence from the following links:

officialblackgunsmatter.com/about/ 

constitutioncenter.org/interactive-constitution/amendments/amendment-ii

www.npr.org/2016/06/20/482750884/black-guns-matter-focuses-on-firearms-education-to-decrease-violence

https://www.metro.us/news/local-news/philadelphia/teaching-gun-safety-to-philly-youths

https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCYZUqEJkBGFXf1ESAEoLFOg​ 
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Use Loose-Leaf Paper​ and write your Name, Teacher's Name, Class, and Date at the top left of your paper.

Use the following guidelines to help you write 10 sentences and get an A+:

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Paragraph 1:

     Describe the Black Guns Matter campaign. Explain Maj Toure's motivation and objective. Why does he do what he does? What does the Second Amendment mean (refer to the second link, above)? What rights are involved? What are the positives and negatives associated with the Second Amendment? What misconceptions are associated with the Second Amendment? According to Toure, why should African-American citizens exercise their Second Amendment rights? End your first paragraph with a summary of Maj Tour's main argument.

Paragraph 2:

     Begin your second paragraph with a statement of whether or not you agree with Maj Tour's main argument.​ What are some arguments against Maj Toure's campaign? What are some arguments in favor of his campaign? What are some negative outcomes associated with what Maj Toure is in favor of? What are some positive outcomes? What recommendations of Maj Toure make sense to you, and which ones do not? Why? Explain your point of view, and use facts from the video and links. In your opinion, how and why should African-American citizens exercise their Second Amendment rights?
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