What are the major differences between an Originalist and a Pragmatist?


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What are the major differences between an Originalist and a Pragmatist?


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Guidelines: • Format: APA or MLA • 2-page minimum/4-page maximum • Double spaced Originalist v Pragmatist – Constitutional scholars usually find themselves debating the true intentions and meaning of the U.S Constitution. Supreme Court decisions are viewed as precedent. However, as society develops so does the influence of public opinion within our courts. In your opinion, what are the major differences between an Originalist and a Pragmatist? What do they believe in and why? How did these schools of thought develop away from each other? How do political parties see this conversation? Please cite historical occurrences in your explanations.