The language of the Equal Protection Clause emphasizes that everyone should be treated equally regardless of race, color, sex, national origin, or any other class. It shows that the Founding Fathers wanted to ensure that all members of society would be given equal treatment under the law. The intention to safeguard all groups' civil liberties is made clear in the language of this clause and has been enforced through Supreme Court decisions. These decisions have established that laws that disproportionately impact one group are subject to heightened scrutiny and, if found to be discriminatory, are unconstitutional.