Pillars of a Free Society: Constitutional Constraints and the Rule of Law

Pillars of a Free Society: Constitutional Constraints and the Rule of Law

In a liberal democratic society, the government’s primary responsibility is to protect the rights of its citizens. This responsibility, however, is a double-edged sword. A government strong enough to defend rights is also one that could threaten them if its power is left unchecked. The solution lies in constitutionally limiting the authority of the state and creating a framework where the rule of law, rather than the arbitrary will of those in p…