Unenumerated Rights in the U.S. Constitution

This chapter explores the complexities of unenumerated rights as interpreted by the Supreme Court, focusing on the Ninth and Fourteenth Amendments. It examines landmark cases like Griswold v. Connecticut, Gideon v. Wainwright, and Roe v. Wade, highlighting how state practices influence judicial recognition of these rights. The discussion emphasizes the evolving nature of legal interpretations around contentious issues such as abortion and the death penalty, reflecting shifts in societal attitudes and state legislation.