From Slate Magazine · · 50s
Reclaiming the Constitution from SCOTUS
Experts argue people can reclaim the Constitution from Supreme Court control through direct action.
In brief
Experts argue people can reclaim the Constitution from Supreme Court control through direct action. Stacey Abrams, Ilyse Hogue, and Daphna Renan say citizens can reclaim the Constitution from SCOTUS by taking direct action. Originally reported by Slate Magazine.
Live panel discussion
Stacey Abrams, Ilyse Hogue, and Daphna Renan discuss reclaiming democracy from an out-of-control Supreme Court.
“This is part five of our series on popular constitutionalism”
Popular constitutionalism
The Constitution belongs to the people, not just nine justices, according to popular constitutionalism.
“the Constitution belongs to the people, and not just to nine justices”
Listener stories
Listeners shared stories: a 62-year-old heading to law school, an 8th-grade teacher emailing senators, and a woman knitting the Constitution.
“a 62-year-old heading to law school”
Panelist responses
Stacey Abrams says things are hot but not cooked; Daphna Renan explains tools Congress has used to rein in judicial supremacy.
“Abrams argues we’re not cooked, but things are just really hot”
Next steps
The panel offers concrete steps for reclaiming the Constitution, including Stacey Abrams’ 10 Steps Campaign.
“Stacey Abrams’ 10 Steps Campaign can be found here”
What to remember
Stacey Abrams, Ilyse Hogue, and Daphna Renan say citizens can reclaim the Constitution from SCOTUS by taking direct action.
