Understanding the 11th Amendment: A Key Change in U.S. Constitution

The video tutorial explores the evolution of the U.S. Constitution, focusing on the 11th Amendment. It discusses how the Constitution is a living document, capable of amendments to adapt to societal changes. The 11th Amendment, ratified in 1795, was a response to the Chisholm v. Georgia case, addressing state sovereignty and judicial power. The amendment established sovereign immunity, limiting the ability of citizens to sue states in federal court. The video also reviews the amendment process and the ongoing interpretation of the 11th Amendment by the Supreme Court.

What impact did the Chisholm v. Georgia case have on the development of the 11th Amendment?

What does the term 'sovereign immunity' mean in the context of the 11th Amendment?

Discuss the role of the Supreme Court in the interpretation of the 11th Amendment.