Quote by Robert Bork

Those who made and endorsed our Constitution knew man's nature, and it is to their ideas, rather than to the temptations of utopia, that we must ask that our judges adhere.

Those who made and endorsed our Constitution knew man's natu

Summary

This quote emphasizes the importance of understanding human nature when interpreting and upholding the Constitution. The framers of the Constitution were aware of the potential flaws and tendencies of mankind, and it is to their original intentions that we should look for guidance. Instead of being swayed by idealistic visions of a perfect society, the quote suggests that judges should adhere to the principles and values outlined by the Constitution's creators, as they had a realistic understanding of human behavior and designed the system accordingly.

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