Moral Foundations of Constitutional Thought

Graham Walker challenges contemporary views on constitutional interpretation, judicial review, and the foundations of liberalism, law, justice, and rights. He critiques the moral nihilism prevalent among American judges and writers, arguing it undermines the Constitution's authority and dilutes its moral significance. Walker expresses concern over those seeking to anchor constitutional governance in absolute moral truths. He proposes Augustine's political ethics as a framework that allows for the pursuit of substantive goodness while acknowledging the complexities of its application in politics and law.