Structural Weak Points
Definition
Structural Weak Points are the vulnerable areas within constitutional, institutional, or procedural systems that are most susceptible to misuse, neglect, or exploitation by Constitutional Actors. These weak points often arise from ambiguous laws, discretionary authority, fragmented oversight, outdated processes, or gaps between written protections and practical enforcement. Structural Weak Points do not cause erosion on their own; they become dangerous when actors identify them as opportunities to bypass accountability, avoid scrutiny, or retaliate against individuals exercising constitutional rights.
Why This Term Matters
Structural Weak Points are the places where power pushes first — not because it must, but because it can, and because those vulnerabilities make breaking the rules feel easier than following them.
