PAC Judiciary

Article 3 of the Constitution

Outlines the Judicial branch of the Gov

Brennan views

Fluid/dynamic view of constitution (to solve current public controversies), requires interpretation, focus on values within the constitution, interpretivism

Meese Views

The constitution is relevant and definite, originalism

Federalist 78 (Hamilton)

Judicial is a good part of Government, neither force nor will, but merely judgment, judges hold office for life, weakest branch of gov, up to them to interpret the constitution

As long as they demonstrate good behavior, members of the Supreme Court hold their positions for 10 year terms. T/F

False

In Marbury v. Madison, Chief Justice John Marshall decided that laws that conflict with the constitution may be struck down by the judicial branch (judicial review). T/F

True

In Federalist No. 78 Hamilton said the judicial branch was the most dangerous branch. T/F

False

Which of the following is not apart of becoming a federal judge? a) Nominated by the president b) Confirmed by the senate c) Voted in by people d) Given power to interpret

c) Voted in by people

Meese believed that the Constitution should be taken literally, Brennan disagrees. T/F

True

Which of the following is not a good part of the judicial branch according to Hamilton in Federalist No. 78? a) Hold terms for life b) Frequent elections c) Independent from the other branches d) Interprets the Constitution

b) Frequent elections

In Kelo v. New London the court decided the government could take private property under the 5th amendment for public purposes as long as with just compensation. T/F

True