Ben Shapiro argues that Abraham Lincoln was correct to link the Declaration of Independence to the Constitution, viewing the Declaration as a guiding principle and the Constitution as the framework. He contends that separating them ideologically is 'un-American' and leads to a misinterpretation of governmental power, contrasting this with the secessionist view that the Declaration was not law. Shapiro believes the mistake would be to delink the Constitution from the Declaration's principles, which could lead to unchecked government power based on vague standards like 'pursuit of happiness.'

Impact: High. This point clarifies a complex historical and legal debate, framing Lincoln's approach as essential for maintaining the integrity of American founding ideals against potentially dangerous interpretations.

In the source video, this keypoint occurs from 00:21:37 to 00:23:11.

Sources in support: Ben Shapiro (Speaker)