Affirm Quote by William H. Seward
“I submit, on the other hand, most respectfully, that the Constitution not merely does not affirm that principle, but, on the contrary, altogether excludes it.”
About This Quote
Source Speech: Senate Debate, 1860, United States
The Constitution does not support the principle in question; it actually rejects it entirely.
In simple terms: The Constitution excludes that principle.
Key Takeaway
Recognize constitutional limits.
Themes
law
constitution
politics
Mood
formal
serious
Type
legal
historical
When to use this quote
- legislative drafting
- judicial review
- policy making
Key Concepts
legal interpretation
separation of powers
Questions to Reflect On
- How does this exclusion affect modern lawmaking?
- Can the Constitution be amended to include the principle?
A Different Perspective
Constitutional text may be ambiguous, leading to differing interpretations.
