Why do supporters of gun rights often point to early english
law to support their arauments?

because people are crazy and use outdated laws to "support" what they think is right

yes.

an illinois concealed carry license (ccl) is required to conceal carry a firearm in illinois. the license permits the licensee to carry a concealed loaded or unloaded handgun on his or her person or within a vehicle.

in moral and political philosophy, the social contract is a theory or model that originated during the age of enlightenment and usually concerns the legitimacy of the authority of the state over the individual.

explanation:

if the government does something the people dont like i tihnk threre would be a revolt