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A broad interpretation of the Constitution would be one that allows a considerable amount of flexibility. A narrow interpretation would tend to interpret the laws in the most literal sense. Anti-Federalists like Thomas Jefferson favored a strict interpretation, and were against loose interpretation because it meant stepping outside the boundaries, and assuming more power than had been granted. The Federalists, on the other hand, favored a more ambiguous interpretation that would allow to the government to assume additional power when needed.
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What was the debate between the Loose Vs Strict Constructionist?
The strict constructionists wants to follow the Constitution down to the letter, in accordance with what the founding meant the terms to mean. The loose constructionists want to incorporate changes to society into the interpretation of the Constitution.
What was strict vs loose construction of constitution?
Strict construction is a legal philosophy of judicial interpretation in which the original intent of the constitution holds that the Constitution means exactly what it says, and thus, is not open to interpretation or inference. This legal philosophy is sometimes called "judicial conservatism." In addition, strict constructionalism stemmed from Thomas Jefferson and other anti-federalists, who believed that since the United States government's powers are derived from the consent of the governed then the people or the States should restrict the Supreme Court's power. In other words, a judge should strictly look at the constitution and if it does not answer the problem at hand, then it should be up to the states to decide. Loose construction is based on the idea that the Founding Fathers could not have foreseen what the world would be like in the 21st Century, and that the Constitution must thus be interpreted in light of historic and societal change. Loose constructionism is sometimes called "judicial liberalism."
What did the US Supreme Court rule in Furman v Georgia?
In Furman vs. Georgia the court ruled that all existing death penalty laws violated the constitution.
What provisions in the US Constitution make it a flexible documentation?
The provision that provides flexibility to the U.S.Constitution is Article 5, which established procedures for proposing and ratifying amendments to the Constitution. Article 3 established the Supreme Court and the power of judicial review. It does not grant the Court the power to interpret the Constitution. However, in the 1803 case Marbury vs. Madison the Supreme Court determined that it had the right to interpret the Constitution, thus lending flexibility to the Constitution. -- Contributed by Ray Kovach, Chicago, IL
US Constitution vs other constitutions?
This topic is the subject of more than several books and encyclopedia-length articles and is far too lengthy to be addressed or handled on this venue.
What was the debate between the Loose Vs Strict Constructionist?
The strict constructionists wants to follow the Constitution down to the letter, in accordance with what the founding meant the terms to mean. The loose constructionists want to incorporate changes to society into the interpretation of the Constitution.
What are the release dates for In Search of the Constitution - 1987 1987 vs- the Constitution 1-10?
In Search of the Constitution - 1987 1987 vs- the Constitution 1-10 was released on: USA: 1987
Mayflower Compact vs Constitution Preamble?
Constitution is more important
When did USS Constitution vs HMS Guerriere happen?
USS Constitution vs HMS Guerriere happened on 1812-08-19.
Hamilton vs Jefferson?
Hamilton lead the federalist (people for the constitution) while Jefferson lead the anti-federalist (people against the constitution or believed that the constitution did not fully protect the rights of the citizens). It was a battle of federalist vs anti-federalist.
Which interpretation of the 2nd amendment that corresponds with the ruling in district of Columbia vs heller?
An interpretation of the second Amendment that corresponds with the ruling in District of Columbia vs. Heller is that citizens have the right to keep and bear arms.
Who were the combatants of the Constitution vs Guerriere?
Red Sox v. Yankees
When did the USS Constitution Vs Guerriere start?
August 19 1812
What broad types of external conflict?
There is only on type of external conflict. That conflict would be one vs. them self.
What idea and values clashed during the scopes trial?
The literal interpretation of The Bible vs. "Darwinism" (i.e.- evolution).
What amendment preserves the right of citizens beyond what is stated in the Constitution?
Roe vs. Wade
What court case gave support to the elastic clause?
The 1819 Supreme Court case McCulloch v. Marylandfirmly established the broad scope of the Elastic Clause. The Court decided that congressional actions are constitutional as long as they are based on one of the expressed powers and are "consistent with the letter and spirit of the Constitution."
