Originalism vs Political Expectations | Birmingham News

Birmingham AL News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now! · Jul 12, 2026 · 1m

Conservatives are grappling with a deeper problem than just judicial appointments: the confusion between originalism and political loyalty. Once focused on justices who faithfully interpret the Constitution, the movement now often expects them to deliver conservative rulings—ignoring that the Constitution doesn’t always bend to partisan outcomes. The legacy of David Souter, appointed as a conservative but becoming a liberal stalwart, and Chief Justice Roberts’ controversial decisions like upholding Obamacare, have fueled this distrust. Yet, this history shouldn’t blind us to Amy Coney…