"The New Textualism"

"The New Textualism" is an approach to interpreting legal texts, like laws or the Constitution, that emphasizes understanding the precise language used by the lawmakers. Instead of relying heavily on external factors such as legislative history or the intentions behind the law, it focuses on the text's plain meaning at the time it was written. This approach aims for a clear, consistent way to interpret laws, reducing subjective judgments and promoting stability and predictability in legal decisions. It builds on traditional textualism but often incorporates a more nuanced view of language to better reflect how words are understood in context.