[non_sequitur]

This is actually incorrect. Courts including the Supreme Court will take into account "legislative intent" when interpreting a law.

https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Legislative_intent

[tptacek]

You just said the same thing he did, added a Wikipedia link, and called him incorrect.

There should be a name for this. A "triple HN" or something.

[nl]

The irony of the "non_sequitur" user missing the logical clause sequences and saying it was incorrect is quite amusing.

[tyingq]

pedaHNtic²?

[bluetwo]

Well that's the pot calling the kettle black.

[tyingq]

That's why it's funny. Don't mind a little self depreciation. We're a bit self-important here and could use a little humility.