Constitutional Law Sixth Edition Author:Geoffrey R. Stone, Louis M. Seidman Long among the leading casebooks in its field, Constitutional Law, Sixth Edition, offers a rich selection of critical and social perspectives on constitutional issues. With incisive analysis and a multi-disciplinary approach, this luminary author team offers a full and nuanced exploration of constitutional themes. A contem... more »porary view of constitutional law within a traditional doctrinal structure, Constitutional Law, Sixth Edition, features:
a range of critical and social perspectives
a multi-disciplinary approach that includes political theory, philosophy, sociology, ethics, history, and economics
a combination of lightly and more tightly edited cases that encourages close textual analysis while providing a range of important opinions and pivotal cases
brilliant text and note material that summarizes the state of the law and its development
a logical two-part organization:
balance of powers among the Supreme Court and local, state, and federal governments
the rights and powers of individuals
comprehensive coverage that is ideal for a two-semester course
annual supplementation?in this annual supplement, the First Amendment materials are separated out to facilitate research
outstanding coverage of First Amendment law, now updated and revised to incorporate:
cases and materials on campaign finance regulation
sexual expression, child pornography, and commercial advertising
Along with streamlined note material, the Sixth Edition provides new, revised, and updated coverage that includes:
the Constitution and the war on terror
the Court's use of foreign law material
the law and politics of abortion
vote dilution, political gerrymandering, and requirements
treaties and federal power as tied to the Court's decision in Medellin v. Texas
Reconstruction Amendments in light of Nevada v. Hibbs and Tennessee v. Lane
substantially revised school desegregation materials, with Parents Involved in Community Schools v. Seattle School District No. 1
revised materials on sexual orientation
climate change and standing
Constitutional Law, Sixth Edition provides rich notes, text, and material that will deepen your students' understanding of constitutional issues far beyond doctrinal analysis alone.« less