Abstract
The Australian Constitution is relatively old and this has led to some tension between the values it expresses and contemporary values. The paper refers to some historic landmarks in the life of the Constitution and these form the basis for an exploration of the expressive quality of the Constitution, with particular attention given to expressive reform. This exploration draws more generally on political, legal, philosophical, and sociological literature. It sounds a note of caution in pursuing expressive constitutional reform. On the other hand, it concludes with discussion of how the symbolic charge of the Constitution could be increased. This would be achieved through reform of the constitutional amendment process aimed at furthering popular sovereignty.
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