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“These liberals are the craziest things. The Constitution, they see things in it that aren't there and ignore things which are. The 14th Amendment, nothing to do with gay marriage.” quote by Rush Limbaugh
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“These liberals are the craziest things. The Constitution, they see things in it that aren't there and ignore things which are. The 14th Amendment, nothing to do with gay marriage.”

Rush Limbaugh

About This Quote

Source Speech: Radio commentary, 2012

He claims liberals misinterpret the Constitution and misuse the 14th Amendment for agendas like gay marriage.

In simple terms: Liberals are accused of reading too much into the Constitution.

Key Takeaway

Question constitutional interpretation.

Themes

politics interpretation law

Mood

critical controversial

Type

political opinion

When to use this quote

  • public debate
  • policy making
  • legal education
  • media analysis

Key Concepts

Constitutionalism political rhetoric

Questions to Reflect On

  • How should the Constitution be applied to modern issues?
  • What are the limits of constitutional interpretation?
A Different Perspective

Such broad claims can oversimplify complex legal history.

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