re: what is the practical purpose of assault rifles?

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To prevent a Tyrannical Government from taking power from the people.

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Have you ever used night vision? What about a thermal camera? Now strap those on a silent drone with hellfire missiles. Your little AR ain't gonna do shite against that. And what about cruise missiles? M1 Abrams? Whatever else the government has hiding away? The idea that the second amendment will protect you from a tyrannical government is a fricking joke.

That said, you do have the right to own the AR, but let's not kid ourselves with the "fight big brother" argument.