Are there rights that can be suspended in times of war? And if so, what are they?

Expert Commentary:  Constitutional scholars and legal experts discuss the issues raised by Justices Stephen G. Breyer, Sandra Day O’Connor and Anthony M. Kennedy:

 

  • Does the Constitution allow any rights to be suspended during war?
  • Are individual rights absolute?
  • Why might courts side with the executive to suspend rights during war? 
 
 
 
 
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