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Claim Text: William J. Brennan Jr. endorsed a “living” Constitution, whose meaning changed over time to reflect “the adaptability of its great principles to cope with current problems and current needs.”
Simplified Text: William J Brennan Jr endorsed a living Constitution
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Claim Maker: The author
Context Type: Opinion Article
Subject Tags: Law Politics
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Created: February 20, 2026 at 12:02 AM (6 months ago)
Last Updated: February 20, 2026 at 12:02 AM (6 months ago)

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The Plan for a Radically Different Supreme Court Is Here

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https://nytimes.com/2026/02/16/opinion/alternative-federalist-society.html

Jeffrey Toobin analyzes the Federalist Society's influence on the Supreme Court and the American Constitution Society's efforts to counter it. The article discusses the impact of judicial appointments and the differing approaches to constitutional interpretation. It highlights the challenges faced by liberals in developing a compelling alternative to originalism.

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