Atlanta's claim on Lake Lanier questioned Aug 13, 2008
Note that Judge Magnuson is one of those strict constructionist judges appointed by President Reagan in 1981. When metro Atlanta has no water due to strict construction of some obscure legislative enactment that did not foresee five million people being dependent on Lake Lanier, thank the Republicans. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution)
Gay marriage in California Jun 18, 2008
While there are valid arguments on both sides of the strict construction argument there should be no misconception regarding the fact that legal decisions guided by popular opinion would lead to disaster. The form of government we enjoy was designed to protect the minority view from the tyranny of the majority. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution)
Japan quake death toll rises to 10 Jun 16, 2008
Landslides and buckled bridges scarred the area, but casualties have been limited because the population is sparse and damage to buildings was limited due to strict construction regulations. Japan is one of the word's most seismically active areas. (Reuters)
So what does Obama believe? May 17, 2008
cross1242 wrote on May 15, 2008 1:06 PM:" xdfred @ May 15, 2008 10:35 AM again complains about getting his precious guns taken away.We live in a civilized society and not in the wild west. Here, we depend on the police to get the bad guys and not some self-appointed vigilantes to blow the bad guys away.The NRA has been promoting gun carrying as if it still was the wild west. And that wasn't enough. Now it wants to reverse the presumption that, except in the home, you retreat before using deadly... (Waterloo-Cedar Falls Courier)
Chinese Earthquake Disaster Won't Disrupt U.S. Tech Manufacturing Lines, Firms Say May 14, 2008
"We build to fairly strict construction standards," he said. "Case in point: we won't go back in until we have a qualified engineer inspect the site.". (Investors Business Daily)
Dahlia Lithwick on the Year's Biggest Supreme Court Case Mar 19, 2008
That and the abandonment of every principle of strict construction, federalism, and judicial modesty in which the Roberts Court ever purported to believe. Give or take some commas, the Second Amendment provides that: "a well regulated Militia, being necessary to the security of a free State, the right of the people to keep and bear Arms, shall not be infringed." The constitutional question is whether that first clause limits the right to bear arms to a citizen militia, or whether the militia... (Slate)
Phoenix Taxpayers' Gift to a Big Corporation Mar 16, 2008
The plaintiffs say, reasonably, that the clause's original intent was sensible and should be restored through strict construction ... The plaintiffs say, reasonably, that the clause's original intent was sensible and should be restored through strict construction. (Townhall.com)
The Firing Line: 2/19 Feb 19, 2008
A lesson in strict construction ... As for Constitutional interpretation, I can understand where you are coming from, but there is a difference between strict construction and sensible strict construction ... Being a strict constructionist doesn't mean we view the world as a gentleman farmer might, because as far as I know, the 3/5 rule was changed. (The Daily Texan, TX)
Six Big Lies About John McCain Jan 23, 2008
His disagreement with Senate Republican leader Bill Frist on the Gang of Fourteen issues involved questions of tactics, not the goal of securing a judiciary that honors the principles of strict construction ... His disagreement with Senate Republican leader Bill Frist on the Gang of Fourteen issues involved questions of tactics, not the goal of securing a judiciary that honors the principles of strict construction. (Townhall.com)
3 comments Jan 19, 2008
We conservatives cannot be selective about which strict constructionist principles we choose to adhere to and those we do not ... The only true conservative -- the only one who has consistently been a strict constructionist, is Thomas ... Scalia talks a good game, but quite often he squishes his proclaimed "strict construction" to accomodate the result he wants. (Human Events Online)
Town proposes resolution to dispute with Culinary Institute Dec 20, 2007
CIA representatives complained that the strict construction guidelines in the Hyde Park Comprehensive Plan relative to the Bellefied district were too onerous for the educational institution to meet, and were not originally intended to apply to them when the plan was revised. Due to the Bellefield district's location at the southern gateway to the town, town officials have instituted a number of development guidelines to vest the town board and planning board with the power to control the type... (Hyde Park Townsman, NY)
Read the full story Dec 4, 2007
Some, such as Barratt American, developer of the planned Fanita Ranch project in Santee, are counting on strict construction and landscaping standards to draw buyers to new-home communities located on the fire-prone urban fringe ... Some San Diego builders are counting on strict construction and landscaping standards to draw buyers to new-home communities on the fire-prone urban fringe. (San Diego Union-Tribune)
Congress has war powers Nov 4, 2007
Their belief in strict construction of the Constitution evaporates and they become, in behavior if not in thought, adherents of the woolly idea of a "living Constitution." They endorse, by their passivity, the idea that new threats justify ignoring the Framers' text and logic about shared responsibility for warmaking. Unless and until Congress stops prattling about presidential "usurpation" of power and asserts its own, it will remain derelict regarding its duty of mutual participation in... (North County Times)
Sun Communities Beats Housing Slump Oct 11, 2007
Back in 1976, the Housing and Urban Development Code established strict construction and safety standards to guard against flimsy trailers. The sardine can-like structures then started resembling traditional homes. (ABC News -- Wire)
Health top concern in picking fireplace Sep 9, 2007
Any home built after 1980 meets strict construction codes making our homes more energy efficient and air tight. What that means is that we are at a greater risk of getting sick from indoor pollution than outdoor pollution. (Helena Independent Record)
The Judiciary: The Warlocks Of Southwick Jul 27, 2007
President Bush has an opportunity to cement his legacy by further molding the federal courts in the direction of strict construction, and the Democrats know it. If the Democrats resurrect their politically unjustified obstructionism, perhaps the nuclear option should also be resurrected. (Investors Business Daily)
Board OKs Livingston Village development Jul 2, 2007
City engineer Charles Williams said the developers would have to follow strict construction guidelines and avoid floodplains. He also said the city is aware of its drainage problems and is working to try to correct them when resources are available. (The Clarion-Ledger)
I documented the GOP tendency to utter fraudulent quotations from Abraham Lincoln May 9, 2007
So much for strict construction. posted by : 1:15 PM. (Harper's Magazine)
A Few Fractious Furlongs to Go May 9, 2007
This time, in the name of strict construction and judicial modesty, Scalia clearly won. Mr. Kilpatrick is a nationally syndicated columnist. (Human Events Online)
Conservatives can't be purists Apr 27, 2007
Too, until another strict constructionist is appointed to the Supreme Court, that body is aimlessly adrift ... Scalia, Thomas, Roberts and Alito are not strict constructions, as Jim Wooten is well aware ... And then, until another strict constructionist is appointed to the Supreme Court, that body is aimlessly adrift. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution)
Internal Improvements Apr 16, 2007
Throughout this period Presidents with strict construction or Democratic Party views vetoed attempts at federal transportation funding, while presidents with nationalist or Whig views such as John Quincy Adams were blocked by Democratic Congresses. Despite becoming a major part of the American System put forth by Henry Clay and adopted as Party policy by the Whigs, internal improvements remained a blocked issue right up to the Secession Crisis (see 1850 s Transportation and Politics). (Suite101.com)
Rudy's contortions Apr 11, 2007
After an unblemished record as a pro-choice mayor of New York City (if you don't count the "blemish" of babies not allowed to live), Mr. Giuliani surprised a lot of people when he said if he is elected president he would name only "strict constructionists" to the Supreme Court ... If Mr. Giuliani believes in a strict construction of the Constitution, he could not support abortion, because a strict constructionist does not find language permitting it ... For him to take the position he does on... (Washington Times, DC)
Authorities vow crack down on ticket scalping Apr 8, 2007
"Mr. Herman's strict construction of the statute would inevitably put this entire industry out of business. It is neither right nor fair and would certainly create more public harm than good.". Jim Holzman, the president of Ace, has said strict enforcement of the antiscalping law would probably force ticket resellers to leave Massachusetts, taking their jobs and tax payments with them, and do business in states that have no restrictions on ticket sales. (Boston Globe)
Reconstructed Strict Constructionist: Rudy Giuliani Tries to Split the Difference on Abortion Feb 14, 2007
Nowadays Giuliani emphasizes that as president he would appoint "strict constructionists" to the Supreme Court, which is generally understood to mean justices who would vote to reverse Roe v. Wade ... But if that's what Giuliani thinks, his explanation of his preference for strict constructionists is puzzling ... In the case of abortion, however, the strict constructionist result Giuliani supposedly favors -- overturning Roe v. Wade -- would mean precisely that "legislatures get to make those... (Human Events Online)
Grand jury blasts agency Feb 10, 2007
In the second report, a new set of jurors demanded the county continue to recoup land and money, impose strict construction deadlines and quickly repair vacant, county-owned housing. They also called on county leaders to complete the HOPE VI project in Liberty City -- a federally funded program to build hundreds of new homes in one of the county's most distressed neighborhoods. (The Miami Herald)
Ford wanted people to regard him as healer of country Dec 28, 2006
"I've often thought I wish I played maybe one year, but, you know, it's one of those decisions you make,'' he said. After the Japanese attack on Pearl Harbor brought the United States into World War II in 1941, Ford joined the Navy and was assigned to South Pacific duty aboard the light aircraft carrier USS Monterey. He rose to lieutenant commander before he mustered out and returned to Grand Rapids. There the war veteran defeated entrenched isolationist Rep. Bartel Jonkman in the Republican... (Scripps Howard News Wire)
Polls open for runoff election Nov 21, 2006
At the time, she said she believed in strict construction, or abiding by the letter of the law, and that her experience working with abused women and children had a big impact on her. Patten has served as a prosecutor, city judge, youth court judge and chancery judge. (Natchez Democrat, MS)
Mississippi ballot to present many choices for Court of Appeals Nov 3, 2006
Carlton said she believed in strict construction and adhering to the letter of the law. I believe in standing up for what s right, and I believe I will take that same integrity to the bench, she said. (Natchez Democrat, MS)
Constitution continues its role as global standard of freedom Sep 17, 2006
Within the variety and multitude of matters that have engaged the court, two types of constitutional disagreements have persisted: judicial review and strict construction ... Historian John Bach McMaster wrote, Before the Constitution was two years old, people were dividing into two great parties loose constructionist and strict constructionist ... James Madison was the leader of the first strict constructionists and a strong advocate of state rights. (Scranton Times, PA)
Broken Ground: The hole in the city's heart Sep 11, 2006
" Indeed, the two sides were back at the negotiating table within a few days, and this time the negotiations included the city and the State of New Jersey. By the end of April, Pataki, Bloomberg and Gov. Jon S. Corzine of New Jersey presented Silverstein with two choices in a take-it-or-leave-it offer. Silverstein turned down the first choice: $50 million in cash plus the Deutsche Bank property to walk away from the World Trade Center. Under the offer that he ended up accepting, Silverstein... (International Herald Tribune)
Commercial property coverage tough to get Aug 31, 2006
The reasons are numerous: lack of competition, reinsurance pricing increases, over-regulation and lack of strict construction standards before 1996. They all combine to create a "perfect storm.". (Bradenton, FL -- Business)
Justrite opens new expansion Jul 12, 2006
We had a pretty strict construction schedule for our contractor. And they did a great job. (Mattoon Journal-Gazette, IL)
Does This Mass Have Mass Appeal? Jun 17, 2006
However, under John Paul II inclusive language fell out of favor, and dynamism took a backseat to strict construction. In 1998, to the bishops' immense frustration, the Vatican refused to accept their version. (Time.com)
New blow to earthquake survivors Apr 27, 2006
"This is entirely voluntary." But the relocation of government services and the enforcement of a strict construction code would give many residents little choice but to leave, he said. Townspeople on Balakot's rutted main street said they knew little about the move. (Guardian Unlimited -- World)
After the quake, they fear man-made disaster Apr 23, 2006
But the relocation of key government services such as schools, police, and local administation, and the enforcement of a strict construction code, would give many residents little choice but to leave, he said. Townspeople on Balakot's rutted main street admitted to knowing little about the proposed move. (Boston Globe -- World)
