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Well, I'm not an expert on the Constitution, but it hardly seems likely that the founding fathers could account for all eventualities back in 1789. Over time, people, business, war, trade, the world have all changed, and our interpretations of our Constitution should adapt to an ever changing environment.
Also, Jefferson, who was one of the first "strict constructionists" had to bend the Constitution when he was elected President to buy the Louisiana Purchase without prior Congressional approval.
What else can I help you with?
What is the difference between strict construction and broad construction?
Strict construction takes a narrow view of laws, statutes, and the constitution. Broad construction takes a broad view of laws, statutes, and the constitution.
What is a example of strict construction?
The draft law.
How would you use strict construction in a sentence?
You might think that these strict construction safety rules are unnecessary, but lives have been lost performing this task.
Strict construction of the Constitution?
Legal philosophy of judicial interpretation.
What is the definition of strict construction?
'strict construction' is when democratic-republican parties make sure no one is using powers that the Constitution says you cannot. Democratic-republicans are for a stronger State government.
Does the federalist support loose or strict construction?
A weak central government. a confederation, and individual rights.
Why did the liberal construction of the Constitution prevail?
In which case? There have been numerous cases where the liberal construction has prevailed and numerous cases where the strict construction was followed.
What are the loose and strict constructions of the Constitution and who favored each?
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.
What is the Difference Between Strict Construction and Loose Construction?
Loose construction-means that the federal government can take reasonable actions that the constitution does not specifically forbidStrict construction- people who favor strict constitution think that that federal government should do only what the constitution specifically says it can do The Loose Construction Theory is when federalists interpret the Constitution into things that are in favor of a stronger national government. There are limitations involved.
Is it true jefferson's position favoring the Louisiana purchase is an example of strict construction of the constitution?
No that is false. It is an example of loose construction.
What is the difference between loose construction and strict construction of the Constitution.?
Strict construction meant that those interpreting it thought that that the government should only have powers that were expressly stated in the constitution. Like, it shouldn't stretch the limits or try to do things that the constitution didn't say specifically were ok to do.
Was the decision of the Mapp v Ohio case loose or strict construction?
Loose constuction.
