Thursday, March 3, 2011

During the ratification of the constitution, the Federalists and the Anti-Federalists had a heated and lengthy discussion over the extent of the Judiciary's power.  

Essentially, the Anti-Federalists main concern was that the Judiciary branch would be above the constitution and that because they had the final word on law and fact, they would have extensive unchecked power.  They were also worried that they would be able to interpret ambiguous clauses in the constitution, because this would, of course, lead to them legislating from the bench and enhancing the federal government's power, which would in turn increase their money and power. 
The Federalists had a simple and practical solution to this:



Mr. Bryan was unnecessarily concerned that the trials concerning "admiralty and maritime jurisdiction" would not have a jury "of the vicinage." 

If they simply watched a couple Disney movies they could have seen the eminent solution to this problem.




The Anti-Federalist were also concerned that citizens would have to travel thousands of miles through ominous rivers, treacherous mountains, looming statues and ... an arch. 


Finally, to settle all discourse, Mr. Hamilton exclaimed:


Okaaay.... No he didn't.  But I wish he said that.

2 comments:

  1. Hahaha. These are GREAT!! You need to share these on the MODG facebook group! I'd do so myself, but I've decided not to reactivate my facebook until my TAC application is sent in..

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