The Cult of the Constitution

In "The Cult of the Constitution," Mary Anne Franks explores the tension between constitutional fidelity and constitutional fundamentalism, highlighting how selective interpretations can prioritize certain rights over others, favoring the powerful and undermining the document's integrity. She critiques both conservative and liberal approaches to rights, revealing how their fervent adherence to specific amendments—like the Second and First—can blur important distinctions between conduct and speech. Ultimately, Franks argues for a more serious, holistic engagement with the Constitution, revealing its potential to counteract the divisive nature of fundamentalism.