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For or Against Constitutional Originalism?: A Debate

Live at the National Constitution Center

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Popular Constitutionalism and the Founding Era

This chapter explores the concept of popular constitutionalism in the context of the United States' founding, emphasizing that the Constitution should reflect the will of the people rather than solely the interpretations of legal experts. It examines key debates around constitutional interpretation during the early republic, highlighting the roles of figures like James Madison and Thomas Jefferson in advocating for citizen engagement and scrutiny of judicial supremacy.

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