Textualism is a legal interpretive method that emphasizes the importance of the text itself, focusing on the ordinary meaning of the language at the time it was written, rather than the intent behind it or its potential consequences. It is often contrasted with other interpretative methods like purposivism and is commonly associated with conservative judicial philosophies in the United States.

Textualism

legal interpretive method

importance of the text

ordinary meaning of the language

intent behind it

potential consequences

Purposivism is a legal interpretive theory that emphasizes understanding a statute's meaning based on the law's purpose or intent rather than relying solely on the literal text. It seeks to align judicial interpretation with legislative objectives to promote coherent and effective legal outcomes.

purposivism

Interpretative methods are ways to understand and explain what things mean, like figuring out the story in a picture or the lesson in a storybook. These methods help us see different sides of things and understand them better, just like how a magnifying glass lets us see tiny details more clearly.

interpretative methods

conservative judicial philosophies

The United States is a federal republic consisting of 50 states, a federal district, and various territories, known for its significant influence on global politics, economy, and culture. It operates under a constitution that establishes a system of checks and balances among its three branches of government: legislative, executive, and judicial.

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