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Unit 1 – Foundations of American Democracy
Topic 1.5
How does division over interpretation of constitution show up in today’s Supreme Court decisions?
Differences in age, background, and legal experience among justices
Disagreements among Justices about interpreting text literally versus considering it within historical context
Varying levels of public approval for different justices
Partisan divide on key issues such as abortion or gun control
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AP US Government - 1.5 Ratification of the U.S. Constitution
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