What were some reasons for “strict” constitution, as opposed to “loose” constitution?
Strict constitution would mean that we’d still have slavery, women would not be allowed to vote, schools would not be integrated, and most african-americans would be unable to vote, etc. etc. Going way back, of course, Strict constitution would mean we would not have the first ten amendments (freedom of speech, freedom of the press, freedom of religion, etc.). The constitution is a great value for us, and many of its defects have been corrected by amendment. Most strict constitutionists are concerned about interpretations by the Supreme Courts which can vary slightly – often in keeping with a broad change of public opinion.
