The notion that Congress can change the meaning given a constitutional provision by the Court is subversive of the function of judicial review and it is not the less so because the Court promises to allow it only when the Constitution is moved to the left.

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This quote highlights the concern that allowing Congress to alter the interpretation of the Constitution undermines the process of judicial review. It suggests that when the Court only permits such changes if they align with a left-leaning ideology, it further undermines the integrity of the judicial branch. The quote emphasizes the need for consistency and impartiality in the interpretation of constitutional provisions to ensure the stability of the legal system.

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