why can't we just modify the declaration of independence? are you saying it's perfect and holy and that it can never be edited?
the declaration of independence?
yes, i am saying that.
it lays out the basic concept of why we want to be a democratic republic and what very basic, fundamental truths guide the spirit of the american republic. those ideas are timeless. campaign finance as it is run today breaks that spirit. it's also not a legally binding document, but rather the most foundational piece of american writing we have.
the constitution is what can be edited as it lays out legal powers. it should be edited to reflect this modern issue, so that law in practice upholds the spirit of the declaration of independence.
But it takes about inalienable rights given to us by the Creator. Surely you don't believe that poppycock.
and what about the part of the declaration of independence that rejects the taxes imposed on us without our consent? hnnnnng can we keep that part after we edit the document to make it more modern?