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“Words have meaning. And their meaning doesn't change.”

Quote by Antonin Scalia

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Antonin Scalia was an Associate Justice of the Supreme Court of the United States, serving from 1986 until his death in 2016. He was a prominent figure in American law and politics, known for his conservative judicial philosophy and his influential role in shaping American constitutional law. more

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