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To: moonhawk
The rule of parallel construction demands the plain language interpretation.

It IS plain enough. "shall not be infringed" is very clear. Relying on the introductory phrase to be part of the ammendment and to be a restricting part is not a valid English usage. A similar construction might be:
"The dependence of all living things on photosynthesss being recognized, the right of the people to enjoy the fruits and benefits of photosysthesis shall not be infringed."

In this case it would not matter that all living things don't need photosysthesis, (there are microbes that exist without light). The right to enjoy the benefits of photosynthesis is nevertheless still invoked.

20 posted on 04/25/2004 12:30:20 PM PDT by KC_for_Freedom (Sailing the highways of America, and loving it.)
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To: KC_for_Freedom
Well, I was just tryin' to help. Seems every valid point we can make is a good thing...:0)
21 posted on 04/25/2004 4:17:37 PM PDT by moonhawk (Actually, I'm voting FOR John Kerry....Before I vote AGAINST him.)
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