JOURNAL ARTICLE

Garner the Grammarian.

  • Published In: National Review, 2025, v. 77, n. 7. P. 66 1 of 3

  • Database: Academic Search Ultimate 2 of 3

  • Authored By: GARNER, BRYAN A. 3 of 3

Abstract

The article "Garner the Grammarian" from the National Review discusses the misconceptions surrounding originalism in legal interpretation. Originalism, a subset of textualism, posits that legal documents should be interpreted based on their historical context. The article refutes false notions about originalism being a new concept, not aligning with the intentions of the Constitution's authors, exclusive to constitutional interpretation, or incompatible with modern-day applications. It emphasizes the importance of stable and enduring meanings in legal texts, challenging the idea of a "living" Constitution that changes over time. [Extracted from the article]

Additional Information

  • Source:National Review. 2025/07, Vol. 77, Issue 7, p66
  • Document Type:Article
  • Subject Area:Law
  • Publication Date:2025
  • ISSN:0028-0038
  • Accession Number:185168416
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