The Judicial Branch of Government (AQA A-Level Politics): Flashcards
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Two constitutional roles of Supreme Court
Two constitutional roles of Supreme Court
Guardian of Constitution & protector of citizens' rights
Strict constructionism
Strict constructionism
Constitution's text followed closely; updated via formal amendment
Loose constructionism
Loose constructionism
Constitution interpreted flexibly in modern context
Originalism
Originalism
Constitution interpreted by framers' original intentions
Living constitution
Living constitution
Document interpreted to suit society's changing needs
Judicial review
Judicial review
Power to strike down laws conflicting with Constitution
Marbury v Madison (1803)
Marbury v Madison (1803)
Established judicial review; first Act of Congress struck down
Formal amendment process requirements
Formal amendment process requirements
2/3 of both houses of Congress & 3/4 of state legislatures
Citizens United v FEC (2010) ruling
Citizens United v FEC (2010) ruling
Corporations/unions have same free speech rights as individuals
District of Columbia v Heller (2008) ruling
District of Columbia v Heller (2008) ruling
2nd Amendment confers individual right to bear arms