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Argument: Argument thesis  Congress’ authority to determine the jurisdiction of courts is a threat to the separation of powers
Node type: Node supports parent assertion  This node supports its parent
Parent Node: Node supports parent assertion  Congress' proscription of judicial power is often abusive
Node Text: Often used to circumvent Consitutional amendment process

According to the American Judicature Society:

"When Congress uses its power to determine jurisdiction it is often attempting to change constitutional law without complying with the procedural rules for amending the constitution. Since constitutional amendments are difficult to get passed, Congress will often attempt to alter court decisions by changing jurisdiction."

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Node Created: Ulysses Berman — 2006-12-15 14:08:36

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