R congressman says SCOTUS doesn't decide what is Constitutional

[Luddly Neddite]

Before you rw's start saying its not true, take note that there's video. You can't pretend this idiot didn't say this. Get ready to see a whole hell of a lot of stupid -

GOP Congressman Says Supreme Court Doesn't Actually Get To Decide Whether Laws Are Constitutional | ThinkProgress

“Just because the Supreme Court rules on something doesn’t necessarily mean that that’s constitutional,” Bridenstine said in a Daily Caller interview posted Sunday. After accusing Democrats of “stacking the courts in their favor” — five of the current nine justices were appointed by Republican presidents — Bridenstine dismissed the idea that Congress must write laws within the boundaries set by the Supreme Court. “That’s not the case,” the Oklahoma congressman said.

Bridenstine should know better and its just stunning that he does not - but here's where he learned this -

RAND PAUL: The Supreme Court Doesn't Get To Decide What's Constitutional - Business Insider

“Just because a couple of people on the Supreme Court declare something to be ‘constitutional’ does not make it so," Paul said in the statement. "The whole thing remains unconstitutional. While the court may have erroneously come to the conclusion that the law is allowable, it certainly does nothing to make this mandate or government takeover of our health care right."

“Obamacare is wrong for Americans. It will destroy our health care system. This now means we fight every hour, every day until November to elect a new President and a new Senate to repeal Obamacare,” he continued.

Read more: RAND PAUL: The Supreme Court Doesn't Get To Decide What's Constitutional - Business Insider

 

[Avatar4321]

They don't. The Constitution does.

 

[OriginalShroom]

Hmmmm

Perhaps you need to read this..

"Supreme Court Decisions Overruled by Subsequent Decision"

http://www.gpoaccess.gov/constitution/pdf2002/048.pdf

The SCotUS has over-ruled previous decisions over 220 times in it's history.

 

[Luddly Neddite]

Not being sarcastic snotty but I really do believe the right takes pride in being ignorant. They hold their ignorance as close as their guns - like it keeps them warm at night.

 

[Truthmatters]

How can Congress override a US Supreme Court decision


Answer:



Congress cannot override a Supreme Court decision.

If the decision interprets the Constitution or an Amendment, Congress cannot override the decision except by calling for a Constitutional Convention to change that provision of the Constitution or Amendment. (Not likely) This would require cooperation from the States, and is not something Congress could accomplish on its own.

If the decision interprets a federal law, Congress can amend or replace the law to correct its deficiency.

If the Supreme Court interprets both by comparing the law to the Constitution or Amendment to see if the law is constitutional and decides the law is unconstitutional because it is vague or can be applied in a discriminatory manner, Congress can amend the law in such a way that the Constitutional problem is solved. Technically, this is not "overriding" the decision, but it is one way Congress can make a law do its intended purpose without being unconstitutionally vague about the subject and purpose.

Other than that, only the Supreme Court can overturn its own precedent.

 

[Truthmatters]

Now once the scotus says its law then its law.


UNTIL the SCOTUS overrules its self

 

[theDoctorisIn]

Hmmmm

Perhaps you need to read this..

"Supreme Court Decisions Overruled by Subsequent Decision"

http://www.gpoaccess.gov/constitution/pdf2002/048.pdf

The SCotUS has over-ruled previous decisions over 220 times in it's history.

So?

That doesn't change the fact that they are the only ones with the power to decide whether or not laws are "Constitutional".

 

[Avatar4321]

Not being sarcastic snotty but I really do believe the right takes pride in being ignorant. They hold their ignorance as close as their guns - like it keeps them warm at night.

Accusations of ignorances coming from the one who says the Supreme Court determines Constitutionality rather than the Document itself.

 

[theDoctorisIn]

They don't. The Constitution does.

The Supreme Court is the body that interprets the Constitution.

According to the Constitution, only their interpretation counts.

Not yours, or that Congressman's.

 

[Nole]

It is a grave mistake to hold the Constitution as close as some do the Bible. It is not meant to be read or interpreted like that. Where in the hell did this insane right wing mine set even come from.

Please believe, we all adore and wish to adhere to the Forefathers land mark documentation. However, times change, and at this point if you cant think outside of the box provided by our founding fathers you are guilty of the same behavior they ran from.

 

[OriginalShroom]

Hmmmm

Perhaps you need to read this..

"Supreme Court Decisions Overruled by Subsequent Decision"

http://www.gpoaccess.gov/constitution/pdf2002/048.pdf

The SCotUS has over-ruled previous decisions over 220 times in it's history.

So?

That doesn't change the fact that they are the only ones with the power to decide whether or not laws are "Constitutional".

No they are not.

They have the final say, but every Congresscritter, The President, and most of importantly of all, the People of the United States can say if a law is Constitutional or not.

But every elected official swears to uphold the Constitution, and if they can't decide that a law is Constitutional or not, they can not uphold the Constitution.

They might was well be throwing pasta against the wall to see if it sticks or not.

 

[OriginalShroom]

It is a grave mistake to hold the Constitution as close as some do the Bible. It is not meant to be read or interpreted like that. Where in the hell did this insane right wing mine set even come from.

Please believe, we all adore and wish to adhere to the Forefathers land mark documentation. However, times change, and at this point if you cant think outside of the box provided by our founding fathers you are guilty of the same behavior they ran from.

The Constitution is written in plain English. Not in legalize for a specific purpose.

The founders wanted the average man and woman to be able to read it and understand exactly what it means.

I hold that Constitution as close to my heart as I do the Bible.

One for my soul, the other for my freedom.

 

[Stephanie]

Not being sarcastic snotty but I really do believe the right takes pride in being ignorant. They hold their ignorance as close as their guns - like it keeps them warm at night.

SO? This snarky post was your only purpose to thread? people are trying to discuss this with you
you are becoming nothing more than a TROLL

 

[Derideo_Te]

Not being sarcastic snotty but I really do believe the right takes pride in being ignorant. They hold their ignorance as close as their guns - like it keeps them warm at night.

Accusations of ignorances coming from the one who says the Supreme Court determines Constitutionality rather than the Document itself.

The Constitution is incapable of making a determination because it is only a document. The SCOTUS is the arbiter of the Constitution. They make the decision as to whether or not something falls within the constraints of the Constitution based upon a majority consensus of justices.

 

[Crackerjaxon]

Here's what Rand Paul said:

“Just because a couple of people on the Supreme Court declare something to be ‘constitutional’ does not make it so," Paul said in the statement. "The whole thing remains unconstitutional. While the court may have erroneously come to the conclusion that the law is allowable, it certainly does nothing to make this mandate or government takeover of our health care right."

Read more: RAND PAUL: The Supreme Court Doesn't Get To Decide What's Constitutional - Business Insider

He's right, of course.

 

[Nole]

I hold that Constitution as close to my heart as I do the Bible.

One for my soul, the other for my freedom.

Have fun with that. I hold the thoughts and ideals of my forefathers close to my heart however, I am also smart enough to realize times change and the peoples needs change. To adhere to a transcript that was meant to be altered anyways as some sort of faith based ideal is little more than a lesson in futility.

 

[Crackerjaxon]

Not being sarcastic snotty but I really do believe the right takes pride in being ignorant. They hold their ignorance as close as their guns - like it keeps them warm at night.

Accusations of ignorances coming from the one who says the Supreme Court determines Constitutionality rather than the Document itself.

The Constitution is incapable of making a determination because it is only a document. The SCOTUS is the arbiter of the Constitution. They make the decision as to whether or not something falls within the constraints of the Constitution based upon a majority consensus of justices.

How stupid are you? Is there no inherent meaning in the written word?

Words just mean what SCOTUs tells us they do?

Please.

 

[Crackerjaxon]

I hold that Constitution as close to my heart as I do the Bible.

One for my soul, the other for my freedom.

Have fun with that. I hold the thoughts and ideals of my forefathers close to my heart however, I am also smart enough to realize times change and the peoples needs change. To adhere to a transcript that was meant to be altered anyways as some sort of faith based ideal is little more than a lesson in futility.

Conservatives understand you're just not that smart.

Trust me on this.

 

[Truthmatters]

Your just too mentally limited to understand

 

[Crackerjaxon]

Now once the scotus says its law then its law.


UNTIL the SCOTUS overrules its self

...or until the judges are impeached.