Reading Opinion of Chief Justice Marshall, in the Case of McCulloch vs. the State of Maryland | Alexandria
Read Opinion of Chief Justice Marshall, in the Case of McCulloch vs. the State of Maryland by John Marshall. Redefining federal power, Marshall's iconic ruling transcends mere banking disputes to fundamentally shape American governance. By asserting Congress's implied powers, he revolutionized constitutional interpretation - proving that strict constructionism would paralyze progress. His radical insight? True constitutional strength lies in flexibility, not rigidity.