I entirely concur in the propriety of resorting to the…
“I entirely concur in the propriety of resorting to the sense in which the Constitution was accepted and ratified by the nation. In that sense alone it is the legitimate Constitution. And if that is not the guide in expounding it, there may be no security.”
About This Quote
This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation.
The Constitution’s legitimacy rests on the people’s acceptance and ratification; this should guide its interpretation.
In simple terms: Constitution is legitimate if people accepted it.
Interpret law based on original consent.
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When to use this quote
- court rulings
- constitutional education
- public policy debates
- civic education
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Questions to Reflect On
- How to balance original intent with contemporary issues?
- When should reinterpretation occur?
Historical context may differ from modern needs.