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Rabbi Akiva and the Crowns: A Parable of Constitutional Fidelity
Balkin, Jack M.
Balkin, Jack M.
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Abstract
The article focuses on Jack M. Balkin's exploration of constitutional fidelity through the lens of Rabbi Akiva's story and its implications for interpreting legal texts. Topics include Jonathan Gienapp's critique of conservative originalism, the inherent challenges of adapting historical legal frameworks to modern contexts, and the balance between maintaining fidelity and embracing creativity in constitutional interpretation.