Reimagining Originalism: Toward Inclusive Constitutionalism

In this chapter, Associate Justice Todd Eddins and lawyer Medeva Denny discuss the manipulation of originalism in the Constitution by extremists, advocating for a new approach called inclusive constitutionalism. Delving into the limitations of living constitutionalism and the dangers of originalism, they highlight the importance of interpreting the constitution through a lens of inclusivity and reconstructive amendments for a multiracial democratic society. The chapter emphasizes the need for people to reclaim control over constitutional interpretation and decision-making to respect human dignity and ensure a more democratic future.