During my time as a judge, as a justice, and as attorney…
“During my time as a judge, as a justice, and as attorney general, I've had one overarching goal, and that is a strict interpretation and application of the laws and the Constitution. I would be Madisonian.”
About This Quote
This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation.
Advocates strict constitutional interpretation as guiding principle.
In simple terms: Follow the Constitution.
Uphold law.
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When to use this quote
- court decisions
- policy making
- legislation
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- How balance fidelity and relevance?
- When should laws adapt?
Rigidism may ignore modern contexts.