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A liberal constitution refers to a constitution that favors the political philosophy of progress and reform of its citizens. One of the features of a liberal constitution is that the rights of an individual which is enshrined in law is guaranteed.

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What is a liberal constructionist?

A liberal constructionist is one who argues interpretation of the provision of the Constitution, particularly those granting power to the federal government.


Are John Locke's ideas still relevant?

Sure, they are at the center of each and every liberal Constitution in the world, specially in America.


How has the Constitution become more Democratic?

Constitutional interpretation sits in two general camps: conservative and liberal. A conservative interpretation follows the rule of if the Constitution doesn't specifically allow the government to do it, the government can't do it. Liberal interpretation follows the rule of if the Constitution doesn't specifically disallow the government from doing it, the government can do it. Constitutional interpretation is entirely up to the Supreme Court, and each individual Justice has differing interpretation beliefs and varying degrees of that belief. In the early 1800's, the Chief Justice of the Supreme Court was a federalist by the name of John Marshall. Federalists, obviously, interpreted the Constitution in a more liberal manner. Chief Justice Marshall's rulings greatly increased the power of the Judicial Branch in federal government to be equal to the Executive and Legislative branches, allowed vastly historically important policies to take place due to liberal interpretation, and laid the groundwork for future liberal interpretation as well. In today's politics, Republicans are primarily conservative interpreters while Democrats are primarily liberal interpreters.


Why did conservatives become involved in the Mexican independence movement?

The conservatives in Mexico-primarilly creoles and upper clergy-seek independence from Spain so that they will not have to accept the changes a liberal constitution would bring.


Why did Frederick William IV grant a constitution?

Frederick William IV was a fan of constitutions. These were often his resolution to many of the problems that his country faced during his rule. His biggest constitution was created when he decided to turn Prussia into a liberal government.

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Is the Texas constitution is classified as liberal or statutory?

The Texas Constitution is a statutory meaning that the constitution incorporates detailed provisions in order to limit the powers of the government.


Who wanted a liberal interpretation of the constitution?

Obama


What two political groups helped to shape the constitution?

labor and liberal labor and liberal


Is the constitution party more liberal or conservative?

Much more conservative


Who is more progressive or liberal than US Constitution?

President of usa


What is a liberal constructionist?

A liberal constructionist is one who argues interpretation of the provision of the Constitution, particularly those granting power to the federal government.


What does strict and liberal construction mean?

Strict Construction- Philosophy of narrowly interpreting the Constitution; holds that the government can only do what the Constitution specifically allows.Added: And Liberal constructionism holds that the Constitution is an ever-evolvingdocument subject to new interpretation and meaning as society evolves and values change.


Why did the liberal construction of the Constitution prevail?

In which case? There have been numerous cases where the liberal construction has prevailed and numerous cases where the strict construction was followed.


When the constitution was written what did the liberal believe was needed?

If you mean the Anti-federalists, then the Bill of Rights.


What favors a board interpretation of the constitution which would extend the powers of the congress?

Liberal Constructionists


Denmark ending its absolute monarchy and adopting a liberal constitution was a direct result of the?

Revolutions of 1848