In this historical interpretation of the Supreme Court's role in constructing the United States Constitution, McCloskey contends that the strength of the Court has always been in its sensitivity to the changing political scene and in its reluctance to stray too far from the main currents of public sentiments. Because of the essential ambiguity of the Constitution, McCloskey argues, the Court has always been an active branch of government. This edition contains two new chapters covering the developments that have occurred ...
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In this historical interpretation of the Supreme Court's role in constructing the United States Constitution, McCloskey contends that the strength of the Court has always been in its sensitivity to the changing political scene and in its reluctance to stray too far from the main currents of public sentiments. Because of the essential ambiguity of the Constitution, McCloskey argues, the Court has always been an active branch of government. This edition contains two new chapters covering the developments that have occurred since the 1960s, a coda, a revised chronology and a bibliographic essay.
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Very Good. Very Good condition. 2nd edition. A copy that may have a few cosmetic defects. May also contain light spine creasing or a few markings such as an owner's name, short gifter's inscription or light stamp.
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Good. Mild highlighting in the first chapter only. RELIABLE sturdy textbook with just a bit of shelf wear to the covers. The text flows clearly from beginning to end. Tight binding. Enjoy this presentable edition.
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Good+ Book Writing on inside back cover; some highlighting & notes. From Book News, Inc. : "Provides a chronological overview of the history of the US Supreme Court and the Court's role within the American political system. This second edition of the classic which first appeared in 1960 contains two new chapters by Sanford Levinson, a student of McCloskey's, on the Court's role as protector of civil rights, and its present functions as monitor of the new American welfare state, and includes a new epilogue in addition to the original. Paper edition..."
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Good. Good condition. (united states, judicial system) A copy that has been read but remains intact. May contain markings such as bookplates, stamps, limited notes and highlighting, or a few light stains.
