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Strict construction takes a narrow view of laws, statutes, and the constitution. Broad construction takes a broad view of laws, statutes, and the constitution.
It's your interpretation of the constitution. The philosophy that allows narrow constitutional interpretation is called strict construction and the philosophy of broad constitutional interpretation is called loose construction. Thomas Jefferson and James Madison favored the strict constructions, and Alexander Hamilton favored the loose construction.
A strict constructionist believes the Constitution should be interpreted narrowly, sticking to the original intent of the framers. In contrast, a liberal constructionist believes the Constitution should be interpreted broadly to adapt to changing times and new circumstances. Strict constructionists tend to emphasize literal readings of the Constitution, while liberal constructionists focus on the broader principles and values underlying it.
A strict interpretation of the Constitution states that the government of the United States holds only those powers specifically granted to it by the Constitution. A loose interpretation of the Constitution posits that the government of the United States hold all powers that are not specifically denied to it by the Constitution.
The Yuan dynasty imposed strict racial segregation across China, but it allowed a broad degree of religious freedom, with the exception of Daoism.
The Yuan dynasty imposed strict racial segregation across China, but it allowed a broad degree of religious freedom, with the exception of Daoism.
The Yuan dynasty imposed strict racial segregation across China, but it allowed a broad degree of religious freedom, with the exception of Daoism.
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President Jackson was in favor of loose construction because he believed in a broad interpretation of the Constitution. He viewed the federal government as having more power and authority, allowing it to take action in areas not explicitly mentioned in the Constitution. This approach allowed him to pursue his policy agenda effectively.