The definiteness of our Constitution, nevertheless, apart from its outline of structural arrangements and of the division of functions among the several departments of the government, is negative rather than affirmative.
Woodrow Wilson: “The definiteness of our Constitution, nevertheless, apart from its outline of structural arrangements and of the…”
Editor's note · Context
Wilson describes the U.S. Constitution's definiteness as primarily indicating limitations on governmental power rather than affirming rights.
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