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Thomas Jefferson was a strict constructionist president, but during his presidency he made many loose constructionist decisions. (during his 1st term)
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∙ 15y agoA loose constructionalist (more often spelled constructionist) is the opposite of a strict constructionist. Both terms refer to members of the Supreme Court of the United States. A strict constructionist believes that the function of the court is to interpret the constitution strictly and rigidly; to decide what the words of the constitution actually mean, and if it is not clear to try to ascertain what the founding fathers meant to say. A loose constructionist believes that the function of the court is to interpret the constitution having regard to the society in which we now live, and the differences between this and the society which existed when the constitution was written. Loose constructionists are often referred to as judicial activists.
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∙ 15y agoA loose constructionists wants to have a national bank to pay off the debts that the US owes other countries
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What was the debate between the Loose Vs Strict Constructionist?
The strict constructionists wants to follow the Constitution down to the letter, in accordance with what the founding meant the terms to mean. The loose constructionists want to incorporate changes to society into the interpretation of the Constitution.
What does the fear of unwritten word mean?
Fear of unwritten word: People were afraid that the loose constructionists would use the elastic clause to expand government power and take away the rights of the people. Not too sure about the provision, except that strict constructionists argue against the loose
What is the significance is the federalist?
They were strict constructionist which means they took the constitution literally word for word. While others took the constitution loosely and were known as loose constructionists.
What is the significance of the federalists?
They were strict constructionist which means they took the constitution literally word for word. While others took the constitution loosely and were known as loose constructionists.
Strict constructionists want congress to what?
Strict constructionists want Congress to use only expressed powers.
Who was the leader of the liberal constructionists?
ALEXANDER HAMILTON, DOOFUS!!!
The strict constructionists agreed with the liberal constructionists in the areas of?
Both parties agreed that the interpretation of the necessary and proper clause to government shall remain open and amended when necessary.
Do Strict constructionists argue for a jurisprudence of original intent?
Yes!
Hamilton and other strict constructionists believed that Congress had the power to do anything that might be reasonably implied from its expressly delegated powers?
Hamilton and other strict constructionists believed in a broad interpretation of the Constitution, arguing that Congress had the power to take actions that were reasonably implied from its expressly delegated powers. This meant that they believed in a loose interpretation of the necessary and proper clause, giving Congress expansive authority to carry out its functions.
Which level of government has been most valued by the strict constructionists?
state
What favors a board interpretation of the constitution which would extend the powers of the congress?
Liberal Constructionists
True or false Liberal constructionists hesitated to use implied powers?
false that was strict contructionists
