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Philosophy

Role of Independent Judiciary in Constitutional Checks and Balances

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The power of judicial review – the ability to strike down laws – is not explicitly mentioned in the U.S. Constitution; it was established by the Supreme Court in Marbury v. Madison (1803).

Why this is interesting

You may think courts only resolve disputes, but they also hold the most powerful branches in check. What happens when the law itself is questioned?