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What does it mean?
The speaker states the Constitution applies equally to all groups without bias.
In plain terms
The Constitution treats all groups the same.
What can you take from it?
Constitutional rights should be neutral.

Where it applies

  • civil rights debates
  • legal analysis

Putting it to work

  • arguing for equal protection

Questions to consider

  • Is the Constitution truly neutral?

Another view

Real-world application often varies.

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