The Constitution's Vision of a Just Society: A Short Course in Constitutional Law for Everyone

Download or read book The Constitution's Vision of a Just Society: A Short Course in Constitutional Law for Everyone written by Jr. Edmund B. Spaeth and published by Mill City Press, Incorporated. This book was released on 2019-08-29 with total page 284 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: A deep respect for the just society outlined in the Constitution, and an unwavering desire to enact justice for all citizens is clear throughout, even as questions about the likelihood of achieving those ideals are explored. The book provides a thorough review of the Constitution in language accessible for all readers. Ground breaking cases decided by the US Supreme Court from the 1800's to the present are discussed and offer opportunities for reflection and discussion. In the concluding chapters of The Constitution's Vision of a Just Society, Judge Spaeth presents various philosophical traditions on the concept of justice. The book ends on a hopeful note that the power of reason will prevail, civil discourse will be restored, and the enlightenment of the Constitution will continue to guide our nation. p.p1 {margin: 0.0px 0.0px 0.0px 0.0px; text-align: justify; font: 12.0px 'Times New Roman'} Judge Edmund B. Spaeth, Jr., a constitutional scholar and experienced judge and teacher, voices deep concern that we have lost the will and ability to achieve the just society envisioned by the US Constitution. The premise of The Constitution's Vision of a Just Society is that our ability and desire to correct this will be strengthened if more people understand the Constitution and constitutional law.