The term 'Lochner era' usually refers to a period when the Supreme Court was likely to do what?
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Correct answer: Use substantive due process to strike down economic regulations
The Lochner era refers to a period when the Court often used substantive due process to protect economic liberties. During this time, some labor and business regulations were struck down as violations of liberty of contract.
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