We hold these truths to be self-evident, that, all men are created equal, that they are endowed by their Creator with certain unalienable Rights, that among these are Life, Liberty and the pursuit of Happiness.
Our scientists' understanding of the world grows with each passing day, but in the realm of human affairs when we find something seemingly puzzling, I believe we're always safe in reaching back to the wisdom of those who founded this nation. This famous line from the Declaration of Independence is not the law of the land, but it is a clear statement of the principles on which our laws are based.
And this principle and it alone are the basis for any discussion on equality in this country today.
