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In the common law system that's judges' job, to via precedent create law for things that aren't clearly specified in legislation. If the populace/legislature di
by logicchains 3y ago
In the common law system that's judges' job, to via precedent create law for things that aren't clearly specified in legislation. If the populace/legislature dislike it, then they can pass explicit legislation on the issue, which will override the precedent set by the judge.
- pylua 3y agoI definitely believe this to be true, however -- unfortunately this process is too slow and complex to act as a practical counter balance.
- engineer_22 3y ago"move fast and break things" isn't the slogan of good governance
- pylua 3y agoLet’s be honest they are way over their goodwill sla on fixing a lot of issues. But you are right —- it is not. I would object to someone saying the government can’t move faster and not break things, however.