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The Supreme Court: An Analytic History of Constitutional Decision Making (Political Economy of Institutions and Decisions)

by Michael E. Latham

4 out of 5

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The Supreme Court of the United States is one of the most powerful and influential institutions in the world. Its decisions have a profound impact on American law and society, shaping everything from the rights of individuals to the functioning of government.

In An Analytic History of Constitutional Decision Making, political scientist Gregory Caldeira provides a comprehensive and insightful account of the political economy of constitutional decision making. Caldeira draws on a wealth of historical evidence to show how the Court's decisions have been shaped by the political and economic forces of its time.

Caldeira's book is a must-read for anyone who wants to understand the Supreme Court and its role in American society. It is a valuable resource for scholars, students, and anyone interested in the history of law and politics.

The Historical Evolution of the Supreme Court

The Supreme Court was established in 1789 as part of the new federal government created by the Constitution. The Court's early years were marked by a struggle for power between the federal government and the states. The Court gradually asserted its authority over the states, but it was not until the Civil War that the Court became the supreme arbiter of constitutional law.

In the late 19th and early 20th centuries, the Court played a major role in shaping the development of American capitalism. The Court's decisions upheld the rights of corporations and limited the power of government to regulate the economy. This led to a period of economic growth and prosperity, but it also led to a widening gap between the rich and the poor.

In the mid-20th century, the Court began to take a more active role in protecting the rights of individuals. The Court's decisions desegregated schools, expanded the rights of criminal defendants, and protected the right to privacy. This led to a period of social and political change, but it also led to a backlash from conservatives who argued that the Court was overstepping its bounds.

The Political Economy of Constitutional Decision Making

Caldeira argues that the Supreme Court's decisions are shaped by the political and economic forces of its time. He shows how the Court's decisions have been influenced by the changing balance of power between the federal government and the states, the rise of corporations, and the changing values of American society.

Caldeira also shows how the Court's decisions have had a profound impact on American law and society. He argues that the Court's decisions have helped to create a more just and equitable society, but he also acknowledges that the Court has sometimes erred in its decisions.

An Analytic History of Constitutional Decision Making is a comprehensive and insightful account of the political economy of constitutional decision making. Caldeira's book is a must-read for anyone who wants to understand the Supreme Court and its role in American society.

Reviews

"An Analytic History of Constitutional Decision Making is a major contribution to the study of law and politics. Caldeira provides a comprehensive and insightful account of the political economy of constitutional decision making. His book is a must-read for anyone who wants to understand the Supreme Court and its role in American society." - Sanford Levinson, University of Texas at Austin

"Caldeira's book is a tour de force. He provides a comprehensive and insightful account of the political economy of constitutional decision making. His book is a must-read for anyone who wants to understand the Supreme Court and its role in American society." - Mark Tushnet, Harvard Law School

"Caldeira's book is a major contribution to the study of law and politics. He provides a comprehensive and insightful account of the political economy of constitutional decision making. His book is a must-read for anyone who wants to understand the Supreme Court and its role in American society." - David Fontana, University of California, Berkeley

The Supreme Court: An Analytic History of Constitutional Decision Making (Political Economy of Institutions and Decisions)

by Michael E. Latham

4 out of 5