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TopicThe two most important words in the Declaration of Independence [dwmf]
SmartMuffin
07/04/12 10:33:00 AM
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From: red sox 777 | #007
Well, that depends on the meaning of the word "shall," does it not? If "shall not" means "Congress may not," then we may have something, but if "shall not" only means "Congress will not, because it's stupid," then we may not have anything. A very tricky word indeed, just like the word "is."


Pretty sure the point of the bill of rights was to limit the power of the federal government, not just to provide helpful suggestions. I mean, the first amendment is worded the same way...

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