Educating Young People about the Constitution Landmark Supreme Court Cases and the Constitution: Marbury v. Madison (1803) 1. To hold government within its prescribed limits. 2. To follow the Constitution. 3. Accept reasoned answers. 4. Some students will say it does not lead to judicial supremacy, pointing out that the Constitution clearly limits the powers of each branch of government. They may say the nomination and confirmation process for Supreme Court Justices, which involve the executive and legislative branches, balance the power of judicial review. Other students may say it does lead to judicial supremacy, expressing concerns about what is commonly referred to as judicial activism. They may argue that for judges (who are appointed and not elected) to overturn laws passed by the peoples’ representatives is contrary the principles of self‐government. 5. Accept reasoned answers. 200 North Glebe Road, Suite 200, Arlington, VA 22203 Phone: 703‐894‐1776 www.BillofRightsInstitute.org