The Supreme Court and Contemporary Issues by Kimberley L Fletcher

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The Supreme Court and Contemporary Issues by Kimberley L Fletcher

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The Supreme Court and Contemporary Issues by Kimberley L Fletcher

The Supreme Court and Contemporary Issues provides students with a broad, overarching framework to help them consider two key questions: Is the power of judicial review consistent with the basic principles of democracy? And relatedly, whether and to what extent does the Supreme Court influence policy? Readers are presented with a collection of carefully selected articles to help them think critically regarding these fundamental questions, as well as modern issues regarding the law and decisions made by the Court.

The anthology illustrates the courts as policymakers and the law as policy. Readings examine who creates and controls policy, the impact of court decisions, and the relationship of social movements and individuals mobilizing the law. Particular articles explore the debate on how the Constitution and statutes "should" be interpreted by discussing approaches including originalism, strict construction, and textualism. Additional readings assess the judicial philosophies of judicial activism and judicial restraint. Throughout the anthology, students are encouraged to ask themselves: Which judicial interpretation is best, and why? What is the "appropriate" exercises of judicial power, and why? And what is the impact on democracy?

Designed to help students better understand how the law and courts operate, and consequently, how the American political system functions, The Supreme Court and Contemporary Issues is an ideal resource for courses and programs in political science and law.

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Kimberley L. Fletcher is Assistant Professor of Political Science at San Diego State University.

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ISBN 13 9781793588593
ISBN 10 1793588597
Title The Supreme Court and Contemporary Issues
Author Kimberley L Fletcher
Condition Unavailable
Binding Type Hardback
Publisher Cognella Academic Publishing
Year published 2022-06-24
Number of pages 340
Cover note Book picture is for illustrative purposes only, actual binding, cover or edition may vary.