This series delves deeply into the history and contemporary landscape of civil rights and liberties in the United States. It examines the legal, historical, political, and sociological contexts that shape today's legislative and presidential dilemmas. The collection offers experts, students, and engaged citizens in-depth analyses of theories and constructive ideas for future legal advancements.
This book explains what it means to have a constitutional right - which is often less than people think. It examines how, and why, rights can be outweighed by 'compelling governmental interests'. Using historical examples, the book illuminates the nature of the judicial role in protecting genuinely meaningful rights.
When we discuss constitutional law, we usually focus on the constitutional rules that apply to what the government does. Far less clear are the constitutional rules that apply to what the government says. When does the speech of this unusually powerful speaker violate our constitutional rights and liberties?
The book reconceives civil rights as a set of legal guarantees that all will be included in the legal, political, economic and social projects central to civil society. We are all entitled to the protections of law against violence, to a high quality education, to decent employment, and to necessary assistance with our caregiving.