
Justice Stephen Breyer: Law Is Not a Science
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Interpreting Unenumerated Rights and Precedents in Constitutional Law
The chapter delves into the comparison between unenumerated rights like self-defense and abortion in the context of legal interpretations post-Dobbs decision and Heller case. Concepts of 'ordered liberty' and the role of judges in interpreting the Constitution are discussed, emphasizing the importance of historical context and future implications. The discussion also explores the complexities of overruling precedents, textualism, and originalism in constitutional law, highlighting the evolving nature of societal norms and legal interpretations.
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