Any Quote by Diane Wood
“Neither James Madison, for whom this lecture is named, nor any of the other Framers of the Constitution, were oblivious, careless, or otherwise unaware of the words they chose for the document and its Bill of Rights.”
About This Quote
Source Speech: Lecture on Constitutional History, date unknown
The framers deliberately chose words for the Constitution and Bill of Rights, showing awareness and intent.
In simple terms: Framers chose words carefully.
Key Takeaway
Recognize intentional language in foundational documents.
Themes
history
law
intentionality
Mood
reflective
serious
Type
educational
analytical
When to use this quote
- legal education
- citizen education
- policy analysis
Key Concepts
constitutional design
political philosophy
Questions to Reflect On
- How does word choice affect legal interpretation?
- What responsibilities do framers have to future generations?
A Different Perspective
Even careful wording can be interpreted differently over time.
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