Breaking News: The Constitution vs. Statutes – Let’s Just Tap Out, Shall We?

Breaking News: The Constitution vs. Statutes – Let’s Just Tap Out, Shall We?

A recent conversation about discrimination laws took an interesting turn, with the claim that the Constitution already has protections for people's rights. But, plot twist: Nope. Turns out, the Constitution isn't exactly your go-to hero for protecting people from discrimination in housing, employment, or even securing loans.

"Don’t we already have things in our Constitution that protect people's rights?" asked one voice. The answer? "No, we don’t." The rights we're talking about? They're actually statutes, not constitutional guarantees. Those are created by lawmakers, and, surprise, surprise — they're easily rescinded. Just ask Trump, who recently pulled the plug on an executive order aimed at protecting civil rights.

So what does this mean? The foundation of protection isn't in the Constitution — it’s in statutes and government agencies. Which, as we've learned, can change with the stroke of a pen. So, next time someone says "It’s in the Constitution," maybe suggest they read up on the fine print. Spoiler: The Constitution doesn't do all the heavy lifting when it comes to actual civil rights. Time to tap out and let the legal wrangling continue. 🤷‍♂️📜