Identifying the literal meaning of words in laws are important to enforce its true purpose, The first three words in the 1st Amendment state Congress shall pass no law. This translation is self evident. The fourth word is more complex, "respecting", this can be perceived to mean; to show respect to, or to show respect for. If you are to read the documents remaining statements, the Establishment of Religion, or restricting the free practice thereof, or the Freedom of Speech.......Do you also transfer the "or" purpose back to; Congress shall pass no law respecting, to the Freedom of Speech? and Freedom of press? lets put this to Congress and clarify what is the true intent of each word in the 1st Amendment.
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