It’s true though. So-called “Intellectual Property,” with the partial exception of trade secrets, is all creatures of Congress (or other legislative bodies). Th

It’s true though. So-called “Intellectual Property,” with the partial exception of trade secrets, is all creatures of Congress (or other legislative bodies). The law itself is cognizant of this and at least nominally attempts to respect the natural right of intellectual freedom, which is why fair use and “limited” terms exist.