The Judicial Branch and Civil Liberties · Justice and Ethics

Judicial Review and Interpretation

Studying originalism versus the living constitution approach to legal interpretation.

Key Questions

  1. 1Should judges interpret the Constitution based on original intent or modern values?
  2. 2Is judicial review a democratic or undemocratic feature of our government?
  3. 3What would a just judicial appointment process look like?

Common Core State Standards

C3: D2.Civ.4.9-12C3: D2.Civ.12.9-12
Grade: 11th Grade
Subject: Civics & Government
Unit: The Judicial Branch and Civil Liberties
Period: Justice and Ethics

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