judicial activism

1. See broad construction.

Example Sentences

Others offered the usual condemnation of “judicial activism,” which is political-speak for whenever a court decision doesn’t go your way.

From Los Angeles Times

All that makes their position look less like a principled stand against judicial activism, and more like partisan hypocrisy.

From Los Angeles Times

“Republicans have always opposed activist judges, and this seems to be obligating judges to observe and prioritize party over law — which is straight-up judicial activism.”

From Salon

In past decades, conservatives often railed against “judicial activism” and judges who “legislate from the bench.”

From Los Angeles Times

Now, liberals lead the fight in favor of giving the executive branch leeway, warning that overturning Chevron could lead to judicial activism.

From Los Angeles Times