Unit 5 DQ5
Using Justice Jackson’s tripartite framework, argue (1) whether Korematsu was correctly decided from a legal/constitutional perspective and (2) whether you agree with the decision from a personal standpoint. Without in any way offering an opinion of my own, I encourage you to try your best to separate your legal analysis from your personal feelings. Include biblical arguments to support your answer. (200 words) .
Answer:
From a legal and constitutional perspective, Korematsu v. United States (1944) was a controversial decision. The Supreme Court upheld the government’s internment of Japanese Americans during World War II, citing national security concerns as a compelling state interest. However, the Court’s decision has since been criticized as a violation of due process and equal protection under the law.
