The Constitution speaks in a very clear voice on some matters. For example, it says that the United States House of Representatives shall be apportioned according to the population in the states, or that the Senate shall be composed of two senators per state. But other clauses are not so clear. For example, what is meant by the 8th Amendment’s prohibition of cruel and unusual punishment, the 2nd Amendment’s reference to the right to bear arms, or the 4th Amendment that deals with unreasonable searches and seizures? Does the 8th Amendment, for example, allow the government to execute people for certain crimes? Does the 2nd Amendment allow people to own guns? Does the 4th Amendment allow the state to search your home without a warrant? These and many other issues are open to interpretation due to the words in the Constitution.
Two Supreme Court justices, Scalia and Breyer, discussed two different ways of viewing the Constitution–the “original meaning” of the document and the “living Constitution.” For example, the “originalists” (Scalia) argue that the 8th Amendment’s prohibition against cruel and unusual does not prohibit the death penalty. Those who support the “living Constitution” argument (Breyer) say that the Constitution should reflect new circumstances and “evolving standards of decency.”
Please view the videos on the Constitution. Focus on the different ways that Justices Breyer and Scalia interpret the Constitution.
1. Original Intent and the Living Constitution start 12 minutes into the video
2. The Constitutional Role of Judges from 1:09 into video to 1:15. Then 2:04 to 2:10.
We will focus on the Eighth Amendment to the Constitution for our discussion this week
The Eighth Amendment to the Constitution says the following:
“Excessive bail shall not be required, nor excessive fines imposed, nor cruel and unusual punishments inflicted.”
Your question for the week: Does the United States Constitution prohibit or allow the use of the death penalty in the United States?
You must make your argument from the “originalist” or “living Constitution” perspective. Do not just state your personal opinion. Use arguments from Scalia (originalist) or Breyer (living Constitution) to support your argument.
Thank you. I will get back to you next week. There are more classes that I need help.
Client #23605
Verified order
Thanks a lot. All good
Client #0
Verified order
I loved the service it was really fast & efficient. I ended up with an A in my class!
Client #0
Verified order
It was a pleasure working with you. You are really responsible and always do you’re best and of course, we will keep working together.
Client #23592
Verified order
The essay and the Excel file looks good. Thank you for working with me throughout the project.
Client #23592
Verified order
Thank you for the quick help. I was stuck.
Client #23594
Verified order
You are a lifesaver. Thank you. I will be needing your help for the midterm exam.
Client #23594
Verified order
I am very grateful for your help. Without you, I would have quit a long time ago. Appreciate your help 100%.
Client #23599
Verified order
I know it is APA 7 and it should not have the running headers, but my professor insists on them. Please include them in the upcoming orders. Overall, I liked it and I will be submitting it tonight. Thank you.
Client #23596
Verified order
Thank you for the help. All good.
Client #23595
Verified order
You do an exceptional job, have gotten good grades n positive feedback/ comments from my professors since you started helping me.
Share all the assignment information. Including the instructions, provided reading materials, grading rubric, number of pages, the required formatting, deadline, and your academic level. Provide any information and announcements shared by the professor. Choose your preferred writer if you have one.
Get Your Order Assigned
Once we receive your order form, we will select the best writer from our pool of experts to fit your assignment.
Share More Data if Needed
You will receive a confirmation email when a writer has been assigned your task. The writer may contact you if they need any additional information or clarifications regarding your task
Let Our Essay Writer Do Their Job
Once you entrust us with your academic task, our skilled writers embark on creating your paper entirely from the ground up. Through rigorous research and unwavering commitment to your guidelines, our experts meticulously craft every aspect of your paper. Our process ensures that your essay is not only original but also aligned with your specific requirements, making certain that the final piece surpasses your expectations.
Quality Checks and Proofreading
Upon the completion of your paper, it undergoes a meticulous review by our dedicated Quality and Proofreading department. This crucial step ensures not only the originality of the content but also its alignment with the highest academic standards. Our seasoned experts conduct thorough checks, meticulously examining every facet of your paper, including grammar, structure, coherence, and proper citation. This comprehensive review process guarantees that the final product you receive not only meets our stringent quality benchmarks but also reflects your dedication to academic excellence.
Review and Download the Final Draft
If you find that any part of the paper does not meet the initial instructions, send it back to us with your feedback, and we will make the necessary adjustments.