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written law

noun as in constitution

noun as in statute book

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Whether Trump could use the law citing reasons of national security to implement a tariff on films is another question entirely, given that the full text of that specific written law excludes films, publications and artwork.

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That’s a paradox crime fiction has a unique opportunity to explore by posing questions through storytelling about the contrast between written law and ethical justice.

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But the court was told there were differences between the written law and the guidance from the secretary of state for the interpretation of that law.

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“It is a poorly written law,” said Adam Kellogg, a 20-year-old transgender University of Kansas student who testified against anti-trans legislation this year.

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“It is a poorly written law,” said Adam Kellogg, a 20-year-old transgender University of Kansas student who testified against anti-trans legislation this year.

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