When judges interpret the Constitution, they may ____________.

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Judges may interpret the Constitution to make new law or to overturn existing law. This is a key role of the judiciary in the United States. Choices A, B, and D are all inappropriate for judges to do when interpreting the Constitution. Judges should not follow presidential wishes, should exercise discretion, and should not forget their political preferences completely, as they may inform their legal reasoning.

When Judges Interpret the Constitution, They May ____________