The arguments presented by opponents of judicial review typically place heavy attention on the fact that the legislature is popularly elected. In contrast, I reckon that judicial review is not nearly as harmful as its opponents sometimes describe. In fact, it plays a useful role in keeping the legislature in check. For instance, as candidates of Congress and President are elected for specific terms, they might want to pass laws that reflect the pressing concerns at the times rather than considering the Constitution laws that would govern our country for the long term. On the other hand, the Supreme Court justices, who do not serve specific terms, are in the best position to evaluate whether specific laws abide by the principles of the Constitution