Constitutionalist
Constitutionalist is a term used to describe a person who supports constitutionalism—the idea that political authority should be limited and defined by a constitution. A constitutionalist typically emphasizes the rule of law, checks and balances, separation of powers, and the protection of fundamental rights. The term can apply to advocates of both written and unwritten constitutional frameworks and to movements seeking to constrain government power through legal norms.
Historically, constitutionalisms have appeared in various contexts. In Britain and other states transitioning toward constitutional government,
In political theory, constitutionalists contrast with absolutists who advocate unfettered sovereignty. They may advocate for codified