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Judicial activism is one of the most debated concepts in American constitutional law. It describes a form of judicial behavior in which courts are perceived to go beyond interpreting the law and instead make policy choices that belong to the political branches.<\/p>\n

To its critics, judicial activism threatens the separation of powers and undermines democratic accountability.<\/p>\n

To its defenders, it represents a necessary means of protecting rights when elected officials fail to do so.<\/p>\n

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Judicial activism is one of the most debated concepts in American constitutional law. It describes a form of judicial behavior in which courts are perceived to go beyond interpreting the law and instead make policy choices that belong to the political branches. 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