I'm not an American, so please forgive me if I'm overstepping.

In Canada we've had 3 constitutions since Confederation (the formation of Canada as a self-governing state in 1867). Each new document has built upon and improved the last. Our Charter of Rights and Freedoms is under continual review through the courts, especially our supreme court which possesses, to the dismay of some, the ability to strike down and define legislation and thereby participate in the political process.

My point is this: The law must adapt to effectively and sustainably govern. I say this within reason, of course, any major change should always be approached carefully and according to due process. I don't think this process should be quick or easy, but I do think that a progressive society should be reflected by a progressive system of law. After all, the law exists not for the privilege of those who rule, but for the benefit of the ruled. less

Scalia is a cunt.

Our forefathers put very specific wording into the Constitution so as to make it flexible for future generations. They had the foresight to know that times and people would change and that the Constitution would need to evolve along with the times.

A freshman history major would know this. It amazes me that a Supreme Court Justice does not. Actually, I think Scalia makes provocative comments like that from time to time just so that people remember who he is. Otherwise nobody would really give two shits about him. less