By: United States Supreme Court
"Supreme Cases from 1803-2018" presents a comprehensive overview of landmark cases decided by the United States Supreme Court over the past two centuries. The book offers an in-depth analysis of significant legal rulings that have shaped American jurisprudence and society as a whole. From Marbury v. Madison to Brown v. Board of Education to Obergefell v. Hodges, the cases covered in this collection highlight the evolution of constitutional law and the court's role in interpreting and safeguarding the rights enshrined in the U.S. Constitution. This book is a valuable resource for anyone interested in understanding the impact of Supreme Court decisions on the fabric of American democracy. It provides a compelling narrative of key legal battles fought before the nation's highest court and offers insights into the legal reasoning and historical context behind each case. Overall, "Supreme Cases from 1803-2018" is a must-read for students, scholars, and practitioners of law seeking a deeper understanding of the Supreme Court's role in shaping the course of American history.Book Description: These cases involved questions that came before the Supreme Court that needed answers. The questions in order of appearance in this project are as follows.
Does Congress have the power to pass laws that override the Constitution? What shall we do about the international slave trade? In what respect does the right of an author differ from that of an individual who has invented a most useful and valuable machine? Is there any difference between property in slaves and other property? Can the House of Representatives impeach the President? Why were women excluded from suffrage in nearly all the states by the express provision of their constitutions and laws? Is a tomato a fruit or a vegetable? What is double jeopardy? What shall we do about a child born in the United States who has parents who are subjects of a different nation? Are lotteries legal? Should motion pictures be censured? Is speech protected under the First Amendment during wartime? Why did we stop saying the pledge of allegiance? Where does the idea of "one person, one vote" come from? How does the First Amendment protect us from a claim of defamation or libel? Is electronic eavesdropping legal? Why are churches tax free institutions? How was the decision to allow abortions made?
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