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Should statutory interpretation extend to the interpretation of fundamental laws of the Declaration of 1776?

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Statutory interpretation of U.S. law is a judicial decision, and yet, do judges have license to re-interpret the original fundamental laws of the Declaration of Independence? Ex: in early-mid 1800s, the Supreme Court decided slavery did not oppose the fundamental right of liberty & life.

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