The Constitution is the supreme law of the land, but who gets to interpret it? While the Supreme Court plays a critical role, it does not hold an exclusive monopoly on constitutional interpretation. The document belongs to the people, and its meaning is shaped by dialogue among all branches of government, states, and citizens.
This perspective challenges the notion that the Court's rulings are the final word. Instead, constitutional interpretation is an ongoing process involving congress, the executive, and public discourse. The Court's decisions are authoritative but not infallible; they can be revisited and even overturned through amendments.
History shows that major constitutional shifts—such as ending segregation or expanding voting rights—came through sustained political and social movements, not just judicial decrees. The Constitution lives through the active engagement of We the People, not solely through the nine justices in Washington.