Constituent Moments: Enacting the People in Postrevolutionary America

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The book delves into the legal and political challenges arising from the American Revolution's establishment of "the people" as the source of public authority. It highlights key moments of conflict regarding self-representation, examining how these dilemmas shaped the evolving understanding of democracy and governance in the new nation. Through this exploration, it sheds light on the complexities of identity, power, and the role of citizens in a fledgling democracy.