Walks readers through the Constitutional text, discussing how various articles and amendments have guided legislators and judges, sparked ongoing debates, and continue to influence Americans' lives. Constitutional law : the framework for governance -- Framing the U.S. Constitution : big thinkers
U.S. Constitution For Dummies
โ Scribed by Michael Arnheim
- Publisher
- Wiley
- Year
- 2018
- Tongue
- English
- Leaves
- 451
- Series
- For Dummies
- Edition
- 2nd
- Category
- Library
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โฆ Synopsis
Your complete guide to understanding the U.S. Constitution.
Want to make sense of the U.S. Constitution? This new edition walks you through this revered document, explaining how the articles and amendments came to be and how they have guided legislators, judges, and presidentsโand sparked ongoing debates along the way. Youโll get the lowdown on all the big issuesโfrom separation of church and state to impeachment to civil rightsโthat continue to affect Americans' daily lives. Plus, youโll find out about U.S. Constitution concepts and their origins, the different approaches to interpretation, and how the document has changed over the past 200+ years.
Inside, youโll find fresh examples of Supreme Court Rulings such as same sex marriage and Healthcare Acts such as Obamacare. Explore hot topics like what it takes to be elected Commander in Chief, the functions of the House and Senate, how Supreme Court justices are appointed, and so much more.
- Trace the evolution of the Constitution
- Recognize the power of the U.S. Supreme Court
- Get details on recent Supreme Court decisions
- Find new examples of the Bill of Rights
Constitutional issues are dominating the newsโand now you can join the discussion with the help of U.S. Constitution For Dummies.ย
โฆ Subjects
United States;History;Law;political sciences
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