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To: The Philosopher who wrote (72839)	8/21/2003 12:09:16 PM
From: average joe	Respond to of 82486

not just thinking they fell out of the sky like a block of granite with the laws inscribed on them. That is exactly what the faithful are supposed to believe about the ten commandments. Are you now saying you doubt the biblical version?

To: The Philosopher who wrote (72839)	8/21/2003 3:11:54 PM
From: Lane3	Read Replies (1) \| Respond to of 82486

You've been around government long enough to know that underlying policy is important in interpreting laws and regulations. Yes, it is, but not on an immediate or every-day basis. The regulatory history sits on the top shelf of a dusty bookcase to be referenced when you come upon a sticky question. It doesn't get engraved on the walls for all to see. If a person is observing the speed limit and driving safely, do you really care about why? We pull that background out on Thanksgiving and the Fourth of July as a loving touchstone, we don't wade around in it.