William M. Wiecek Livres

Focusing on the pivotal years between 1941 and 1953, this history delves into significant Supreme Court issues such as Japanese-American internment, the evolving rights of African-Americans, and the complexities of religious freedom and church-state separation. It also addresses the protection of speech during a time of national anxiety due to global war and Cold War tensions. Aimed at both legal professionals and a broader audience, the book seeks to illuminate these critical themes in mid-century American jurisprudence.

Focusing on the constitutional guarantee of a republican form of government, this analysis delves into its historical origins and evolution. It explores significant themes such as state and national authority rebellions, slavery, and reconstruction. The book examines two landmark cases, Luther v. Borden and Baker v. Carr, providing critical insights into their impact on the interpretation of governmental structure. This work is part of the Cornell Studies in Civil Liberty series, overseen by General Editor Milton R. Konvitz.

In Democracy in America, de Tocqueville observed that there is hardly a political question in the United States which does not sooner or later turn into a judicial one. Two hundred years of American history have certainly born out the truth of this remark. Whether a controversy is political, economic, or social, whether it focuses on child labor, prayer in public schools, war powers, busing, abortion, business monopolies, or capital punishment, eventually the battle is

Focusing on the pivotal Supreme Court cases since 1800, this book provides a historical overview that highlights their impact on the rights and freedoms of Black Americans. It weaves together a coherent narrative from what could be seen as a fragmented history, linking past events to contemporary issues of racial inequality. Through this interpretive guide, readers gain insights into the legal battles that have shaped the struggle for civil rights.