Constitutional Dialogues

Constitutional law is portrayed as a dynamic interplay among the executive, legislative, and judicial branches, rather than a domain solely controlled by the Supreme Court. Louis Fisher emphasizes that constitutional principles arise from a collective dialogue, with significant contributions from states and the public. He illustrates how executive and legislative actions often shape constitutional discourse, while the Court typically supports these initiatives or sidesteps decisions. When the Court does engage in judicial review, the ongoing conversation usually leads to the revival of contested proposals.