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broad constructionism definitions
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1belief that the constitution should be interpreted loosely concerning the restrictions it places on federal power.4 sets
2belief that the constitution should be interpreted loosely when concerning the restrictions it places on federal power. emphasize the elastic clause/"necessary and proper"1 set
3belief that the constitution should be interpreted loosely when concerning the restrictions it places on federal power, broad constructionists emphasize the importance of the elastic clause, which allows congress to pass laws "necessary and proper" to the perfomance of its duties1 set
4belief that the constitution should be interpreted loosely concerning the restrictions it places on the federal power. loose constructionists emphasize the importance of the elastic clause, which allows congress to pass laws “necessary and proper” to the performance of its duties.1 set