Reprint of the original, first published in 1867.

Examples & Explanations for Constitutional Law: National Power and Federalism, Ninth edition, by Christopher N. May, Allan Ides, and Simona Grossi, provides a clearly written, comprehensive examination of constitutional doctrine pertaining to national power and federalism. This problem-oriented study guide provides students and teachers with a highly readable and accessible study of constitutional law. Both this book and its companion volume,¿Examples & Explanations for Constitutional Law: Individual Rights, combine detailed textual material with real-world examples and explanations that apply the relevant constitutional doctrine to specific fact patterns. The text operates as a readable and citable treatise on the topics covered, and the examples and explanations serve as an elaboration on that text. Its unique, time-tested Examples & Explanations pedagogy combines textual material with well-written, comprehensive and up-to-date examples, explanations and questions. A favorite among law school students, and often recommended by professors, this guide takes students through the principal doctrines of constitutional law covered in a typical course. New to the Ninth Edition: Inclusion of more than 40 new Supreme Court cases New and updated Examples & Explanations More sophisticated discussion of the federal preemption doctrine Updated treatment of presidential impeachment Expanded discussion of the executive privilege doctrine Deeper coverage of the appointment and removal of federal officials Professors and students will benefit from: Hypotheticals similar to those presented in class, with structure and reasoning behind the corresponding analysis An alternative perspective to help you understand your casebook and in-class lectures Straightforward, informal text that is never simplistic, and quickly gets to the point in conversational style laced with humor Adaptability with all major Constitutional Law casebooks Authors with over 70 years of combined experience teaching Constitutional Law

"Power & Rights in US Constitutional Law is a clear and accessible explanation of how the United States Constitution works. It explores the tensions inherent in American constitutional law between the governing and the governed by combining text from seminal Supreme Court decisions with extensive analysis." "This second edition includes the most current legislative and Supreme Court. decisions affecting constitutional law on subjects including the separation of powers, the role of the executive, executive privilege, impeachment, discrimination, and judicial review of political questions. It is an invaluable guide to the delicate balance between governmental power and the constitutional rights of individual citizens."--BOOK JACKET.

A deep respect for the just society outlined in the Constitution, and an unwavering desire to enact justice for all citizens is clear throughout, even as questions about the likelihood of achieving those ideals are explored. The book provides a thorough review of the Constitution in language accessible for all readers. Ground breaking cases decided by the US Supreme Court from the 1800's to the present are discussed and offer opportunities for reflection and discussion. In the concluding chapters of The Constitution's Vision of a Just Society, Judge Spaeth presents various philosophical traditions on the concept of justice. The book ends on a hopeful note that the power of reason will prevail, civil discourse will be restored, and the enlightenment of the Constitution will continue to guide our nation. p.p1 {margin: 0.0px 0.0px 0.0px 0.0px; text-align: justify; font: 12.0px 'Times New Roman'} Judge Edmund B. Spaeth, Jr., a constitutional scholar and experienced judge and teacher, voices deep concern that we have lost the will and ability to achieve the just society envisioned by the US Constitution. The premise of The Constitution's Vision of a Just Society is that our ability and desire to correct this will be strengthened if more people understand the Constitution and constitutional law.