Understand: Methods of Constitutional Interpretation

Phillip Bobbitt’s landmark book Constitutional Fate identifies seven different forms of argument used by constitutional lawyers. Why is it important to be aware of these different arguments when having a civil dialogue?

(Choice A)
You can criticize someone who uses a different interpretive method than you.
(Choice B)
It is easier to tell people that they are wrong.
(Choice C)
Even judges and constitutional lawyers don’t always agree on the Constitution’s meaning.
(Choice D)
You can prove that you are smarter than everyone else.

Constitution 101

Course: Constitution 101 > Unit 1

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