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We all use the word 'states' rights. But in a way, states don't have rights.

GOP presidential candidate Ron Paul, on "The Tonight Show" last month. He went on further to explain that individuals have rights, while states merely have power.

GOP presidential candidate Ron Paul, on "The Tonight Show" last month. He went on further to explain that individuals have rights, while states merely have power.

Caroline Cournoyer is GOVERNING's senior web editor.
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