Many people believe there are flaws in our legal system, specifically, the existence of the notwithstanding clause (Section 33) and /or the issue of judicial activism. Discuss the following options: 1. How effective is the system of checks and balances between the legislative and judicial branches? Your answer should make references to Judicial activism, Any Relevant Cases, Cases In History, Charter of Rights and Freedoms, and Section 1 (and 33). Include references to legal philosophy if you find them relevant to your argument. 2. Do judges have too much power to shape Canadian society? Your answer should make references to Judicial activism, Any Relevant Cases, Cases In History, Charter of Rights and Freedoms, and Section 1 (and 33). Include references to legal philosophy if you find them relevant to your argument. 3. Do you agree or disagree with Justice Abella's view on the role of the judiciary in a democratic society? Your answer should make references to Judicial activism, Any Relevant Cases, Cases In History, Charter of Rights and Freedoms, and Section 1 (and 33). Include references to legal philosophy if you find them relevant to your argument