Essentials Of The American Constitution

This book examines the five closely integrated components which make up the fundamental law of the American constitution: the Compact, separation of powers, federalism, representation, and the Bill of Rights. It is useful for students taking advanced courses in constitutional law or civil liberties.

Author's Preface -- Editor's Preface -- Introduction -- The Politics of Judicial Review: Accountability Versus Independence -- The Compact: "We the People ... do ordain and establish this Constitution for the United States of America" -- Separation of Powers: Exclusive or Mixed? -- Federalism: The Constitutional Division of Powers -- Representation -- The Bill of Rights: What Belongs to the Individual and What Belongs to Society? -- The Holistic Constitution -- The Constitution of the United States