[MamaTexan]

I wrote “is seen” to indicate a general perception and not a legal reading of history.You can argue that “perception” of history is flawed and the only true view of history is via through documentation.

Yes, and the document is the Constitution.

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However, I would argue that both readings are correct

Honestly, I don't see how one could correctly use feelings to interpret a plainly written word.

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and that America’s “mythology” (our image of ourselves and our history) is also important.

While our image of ourselves and our history is important, an 'image' based on falsehood is nothing but a lie.

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Do you believe the Constitution is a 'living document'?

[durasell]

So, nothing but documentation counts in your view of history? Personal diaries, speeches, newspaper accounts, letters, memoirs, etc. are all discounted?