How Should the Constitution Be Interpreted - Who Decides Its Meaning

Explore the origins and interpretation of the US Constitution in this 32-minute lecture from the series "Law School for Everyone: Constitutional Law." Delve into the 18th-century crisis, rebellion, and compromise that led to the creation of America's founding document. Examine the primary purposes of the Constitution, its approach to individual rights, and the ongoing debates surrounding its interpretation. Learn about pivotal events like Shay's Rebellion and the Constitutional Convention of 1787. Gain insights into how constitutional rights are applied to contemporary issues, such as same-sex marriage, and understand the complexities of determining the Constitution's meaning in modern society.

Same-Sex Marriage and the Constitution
The Constitution's Origins
Internal Chaos and Shay's Rebellion
The Constitutional Convention of 1787
Primary Purposes of the Constitution
The Constitution and Individual Rights
Interpreting Constitutional Rights