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UndecidedVoter202026 karma

Do you believe the proposed National Popular Vote Interstate Compact would be constitutional?

UndecidedVoter202023 karma

Because the Constitution sets about a very clear method of electing the President and amending itself. Generally, when the government is trying to "get around" the Constitution or amendment process, that's not a legitimate state action.

UndecidedVoter202019 karma

What do you think of Justice O'connor's statement in Grutter v. Bollinger (2003) that states that universities had a compelling interest at that time, but she doubts it would be necessary in 25 years? Does this act as an unofficial expiration date for Affirmative Action, or if any current justices may see it that way?

UndecidedVoter202012 karma

If he can be indicted, do you think he would have the ability to pardon himself for (non-impeachment) federal charges?

UndecidedVoter20206 karma

You're definitely right about the Commerce Clause, but that's a Constitutional trend that dates back to the early days of the Republic, with innumerable cases supporting it.

It's much easier to follow a multi-century trend than start a new trend.