Title: Revisiting a Landmark Case: United States v. Carolene Products Co. (1938) and Its Constitutional Legacy
In the annals of American legal history, few Supreme Court cases have had as profound an impact on the interpretation of the Constitution as United States v. Carolene Products Co. (1938). As the nation grapples with a complex web of regulatory challenges and civil rights issues in the modern era, the implications of this landmark decision continue to resonate. Hailing from the pivotal New Deal era, the case addressed the constitutionality of a federal ban on the sale of “filled milk,” a product deemed harmful by regulators yet cherished by many consumers. At the heart of this legal skirmish was not just a matter of dairy products, but the broader tension between government regulation and individual rights. The National Constitution Center now invites us to explore the case’s intricate legal arguments, its enduring relevance, and how it shapes contemporary discussions…
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Author : Victoria Jones
Publish date : 2025-12-04 21:34:00
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