Constitutional Law and Politics, Volume 2

by David M. O'Brien

Constitutional Law and Politics , Eighth Edition, has more material—including case excerpts, concurring and dissenting opinions, and topical introductions—than any other casebook. Each case is set in its historical and political context, with social and technological factors relevant to the study of Supreme Court rulings noted throughout. Special feature boxes make constitutional law come alive with additional insights on the history, context, and personalities behind Supreme Court deliberations and decisions.

New cases added for the Eighth Edition Boumediene v. Bush , about presidential power, detainees in the War on Terror, and the writ of habeas corpus; Medellin v. Texas , about presidential power, treaties, and federalism; Citizens United v. Federal Election Commission , a landmark case about corporate contributions in federal elections and First Amendment rights; United States v. Williams , about regulating the Internet; Safford Unified School Dist. No. 1 v. Redding , about strip searches of students; and Herring v. United States , about the Fourth Amendment exclusionary rule.

Genres: Politics, Nonfiction, Law, History, Reference, Summer Reads, Philosophy

1664 pages, Paperback

First published January 1, 2002

Reviews

[Jeremiah · Rating 5 out of 5]

Basic textbook on Constitutional Law. Well put together and easy to find many landmark cases.

[Ronnie Sharangpani · Rating 5 out of 5]

Foundational in my understanding of jurisprudence. This book pairs well with a highlighter and one tenured professor with very high expectations.

[Jennifer · Rating 4 out of 5]

More than you ever wanted to know about the workings of the Supreme Court. It's the grownup version of "The Nine."

[Jesse Taylor · Rating 3 out of 5]

Good selection of cases, but the discussion was often shallow and incomplete.

[Christopher Egan · Rating 4 out of 5]

If you can stay awake and aware enough to understand the content then there is a verifiable treasure trove of information.

[Nicolas · Rating 5 out of 5]

Mammoth book. But excellent.