Lasser examines in detail four periods during which the Court was widely charged with overstepping its constitutional power: the late 1850s, with the Dred Scott case and its aftermath; the Reconstruction era; the New Deal era; and the years of the Warren and Burger Courts after 1954. His thorough analysis of the most controversial decisions convincingly demonstrates that the Court has much more power to withstand political reprisal than is commonly assumed. Originally published in 1988.A UNC Press Enduring Edition -- UNC Press Enduring Editions use the latest in digital technology to make available again books from our distinguished backlist that were previously out of print. These editions are published unaltered from the original, and are presented in affordable paperback formats, bringing readers both historical and cultural value.

The limits of judicial power: The Supreme Court in American politics

Lasser, William

History

University of North Carolina Press

A key figure in the administrations of Franklin D. Roosevelt and Harry S. Truman, Benjamin V. Cohen (1894–1983) was a major architect of public policy from the first days of FDR’s presidency through the early days of the Cold War. Although he kept a low public profile, Cohen’s influence extended across a wide range of domestic and foreign policy initiatives. In this biography, William Lasser offers the first account of Ben Cohen’s life and career, and an assessment of his contribution to the origin and development of modern American liberalism. Cohen’s life provides an extraordinary lens through which to view the development of the evolving political philosophy of the Roosevelt and Truman presidencies. A brilliant lawyer noted for his good judgment and experience, Cohen was a leading member of FDR’s “Brain Trust,” developing ideas, drafting legislation, lobbying within the administration and in Congress, and defending the New Deal in court. The book traces his contributions to domestic financial policy, his activities during the war years in London and Washington, his service as counselor to the State Department and member of the American delegation to the United Nations after the war, and his role in the American Zionist movement. From Cohen’s life and work, Lasser draws important insights into the development of the New Deal and the evolution of postwar liberalism.

Benjamin V. Cohen: Architect of the New Deal

Biographies & Memoirs

Historical

Yale University Press

The Election Update of "American Politics: The Enduring Constitution, 2/e, emphasizes the constitutional underpinnings of American government while incorporating current political events and issues. Lasser engages student interest by examining timely, real world topics such as the integrity of public opinion polls and the relationship between politics and the economy.

American Politics: The Enduring Constitution

Politics & Social Sciences

Social Sciences

Houghton/Mifflin

Politics & Government

Houghton Mifflin College Div.

The Election Update of American Politics: The Enduring Constitution, 2/e, emphasizes the constitutional underpinnings of American government while incorporating current political events and issues. Lasser engages student interest by examining timely, real world topics such as the integrity of public opinion polls and the relationship between politics and the economy.
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<li>"Basic Concepts" sections in every chapter give students a brief overview of what they are expected to learn and understand in order to fully grasp the more thematic material.</li>
<li>"Debating the Constitution" boxes present contemporary controversies with arguments on both sides of the issue.</li>
<li>"Economics and Politics" features examine the relationship between the economy and government.</li>
<li>"Global Perspectives" features compare American institutions and practices with those of other nations.</li>
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American Politics: The Enduring Constitution, Election Update

Wadsworth Publishing

More comprehensive and thematically rich than any other reader available, the Third Edition is designed for professors who want an American politics reader that can supplement any text. To reflect an increasing demand, the author has created a stronger identity for the text by having a comparative focus, which is unique in the market. The four categories of readings, Foundations, American Politics Today, The Comparative Context, and View from the Inside, provide perspectives on American government that will expand students' understanding and knowledge of how the American system works.
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<li>More articles on ethnic minorities, women, democratic practices, and institutions outside the United States.</li>
<li>Topic correlation chart helps students find readings on various topics quickly and easily.</li>
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Perspectives on American Politics

Education & Teaching

Schools & Teaching

PERSPECTIVES ON AMERICAN POLITICS, 6TH EDITION is a reader that contains selections from each of these four categories: Foundations, American Politics Today, Issue and Controversy, and View from the Inside.

Americas

Cengage Learning'

Comprehensive and thematically rich, the Fourth Edition is designed for instructors who want an American politics reader that can supplement any text. This comprehensive volume includes up-to-date readings that correspond to the most frequently assigned chapters of American government texts and expand students' understanding and knowledge of how the American system works. Selections fall into four categories--classical/constitutional, historical, comparative, and contemporary--providing a range of perspectives that expand student understanding and knowledge of the U.S. governmental system.

A thematically rich reader, Perspectives on American Politics organizes up-to-date selections into four categories--Foundations, American Politics Today, Controversies, and View from the Inside. This range of perspectives expands students' understanding and knowledge of how the American system works. The text's thirteen chapters correspond with the most frequently assigned chapters of American Government textbooks, making it an ideal supplement to any core text.

[The book] presents the fundamental structures, processes, and actors in the American political system and shows how these individual entities work both with and against each other to produce an effective, practical, and sensitive government. The text also emphasizes two important themes about democracy: the balance between majority rule and minority rights, and the relationship between self-government and the public interest. Students will find this information stimulating and valuable, allowing them to become better and-we hope-more involved participants in the American political scene. -Back cover.

American politics: Institutions and interconnections

D.C. Heath

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The limits of judicial power: The Supreme Court in American politics

Benjamin V. Cohen: Architect of the New Deal

American Politics: The Enduring Constitution

American Politics: The Enduring Constitution

American Politics: The Enduring Constitution, Election Update

Perspectives on American Politics

Perspectives on American Politics

Perspectives on American Politics

Perspectives on American Politics

American politics: Institutions and interconnections