A Companion to the United States Constitution and Its Amendments, 7th Edition
byJohn R. Vile is professor of political science and dean of the University Honors College at Middle Tennessee State University and the author of numerous scholarly works on the U.S. Constitution and early American history.
20211031
Praeger
Pages | 376 |
Topics | American Democracy;Legislative Branch;Judicial Branch;Founders;Executive Branch;Constitutional Amendments;Constitution;Civil Rights and Liberties;Bill of Rights;American Revolution;U.S. Constitution;Constitutional Law;Supreme Court;Democracy;Voting and Elections |
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Vile, John. A Companion to the United States Constitution and Its Amendments, 7th Edition. 7, Praeger, 2021. ABC-CLIO, publisher.abc-clio.com/9781440877957.
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The U.S. Constitution and its 27 amendments (including the Bill of Rights) is a living document, as evidenced by new laws and Supreme Court rulings that with each passing year change how its guidelines are interpreted and implemented.
A Companion to the United States Constitution and Its Amendments is designed to show students just how revolutionary the Constitution was—and how relevant it remains today. This seventh revised edition of the Companion begins by revisiting the key events leading to the Constitution's ratification, including the writing of the Declaration of Independence and the proceedings of the Constitutional Convention, then explores the document article by article, amendment by amendment, to help readers better understand how each section of the document shapes the world we live in today.
In addition, the Companion illuminates how new laws, political debates, and Supreme Court decisions are continually reshaping our understanding of the Constitution and its role in American life and society—including such essential and foundational elements of democracy as voting; elections; the peaceful transfer of power; equality before the law; civil rights and liberties; and the duties, responsibilities, and obligations of the nation's three branches of government.
- Thorough analysis by John R. Vile, recognized as one of the country's leading scholars on the U.S. Constitution
- In-depth and updated discussion of every constitutional article and amendment
- New "Questions for Reflection and Discussion" feature for every chapter
- Extended exploration of Supreme Court decisions of major import in shaping modern understandings of the Constitution
- Chronology of key events in constitutional history
- Table of Contents
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Table of Contents
A Companion to the United States Constitution and Its Amendments, 7th Edition
Author(s): Vile, John;Contributors: Vile, John;Abstract:The U.S. Constitution and its 27 amendments (including the Bill of Rights) is a living document, as evidenced by new laws and Supreme Court rulings that with each passing year change how its guidelines are interpreted and implemented.
A Companion to the United States Constitution and Its Amendments is designed to show students just how revolutionary the Constitution was—and how relevant it remains today. This seventh revised edition of the Companion begins by revisiting the key events leading to the Constitution's ratification, including the writing of the Declaration of Independence and the proceedings of the Constitutional Convention, then explores the document article by article, amendment by amendment, to help readers better understand how each section of the document shapes the world we live in today.
In addition, the Companion illuminates how new laws, political debates, and Supreme Court decisions are continually reshaping our understanding of the Constitution and its role in American life and society—including such essential and foundational elements of democracy as voting; elections; the peaceful transfer of power; equality before the law; civil rights and liberties; and the duties, responsibilities, and obligations of the nation's three branches of government.
- Thorough analysis by John R. Vile, recognized as one of the country's leading scholars on the U.S. Constitution
- In-depth and updated discussion of every constitutional article and amendment
- New "Questions for Reflection and Discussion" feature for every chapter
- Extended exploration of Supreme Court decisions of major import in shaping modern understandings of the Constitution
- Chronology of key events in constitutional history
SortTitle: a companion to the united states constitution and its amendments, 7th editionEdition: 7Author Info:John R. VileauthorJohn R. Vile is professor of political science and dean of the University Honors College at Middle Tennessee State University and the author of numerous scholarly works on the U.S. Constitution and early American history.
eISBN-13: 9781440877957Cover Image URL: ~~FreeAttachments/9781440877957.jpgPrint ISBN-13: 9781440877940Imprint: PraegerPages: 376Publication Date: 20211031Table of Contents pages: 1 2
- Cover Cover11
- Title Page iii4
- Copyright iv5
- Dedication v6
- Contents vii8
- Preface to the Seventh Edition xiii14
- Acknowledgments xv16
- Chapter 1. The Background and Purposes of the Constitution 118
- The Colonial Setting 118
- The Declaration of Independence 320
- The Background of the Declaration 320
- The Purpose of the Document 421
- The Idea of Equality of Human Rights 421
- The Purpose of Government 522
- The Right of Revolution 522
- Charges against the English King 623
- Indictments against the King and the Parliament 724
- War Atrocities and Slavery 825
- Recapitulation of Earlier Petitions 926
- Conclusion 926
- The Articles of Confederation 1027
- Prelude to The Constitutional Convention 1128
- The Constitutional Convention 1229
- Ratification of The Constitution 1532
- The Preamble 1633
- Summary 1835
- For Reflection and Discussion 1835
- References and Suggestions For Further Study 1936
- Chapter 2. Article I: The Legislative Branch 2340
- The Outline of The Constitution and Separation of Powers 2340
- The U.S. House of Representatives 2542
- The U.S. Senate 3047
- Other Matters Involving Congressional Operations 3653
- Article I, Section 7—Procedures for Passing Laws 4057
- Article I, Section 8—Powers Granted to Congress 4259
- The Power of the Purse 4360
- Power to Regulate Commerce 4461
- A Note on Native Americans 4764
- Power over Naturalization 4764
- Power over Bankruptcies 4865
- Coining Money and Establishing Uniform Standards 4865
- Establishing a Post Office and Promoting Scientific Advances 4966
- Establishing Lower Courts 4966
- War Powers 5067
- Calling the Militia 5168
- Governing the District of Columbia 5168
- Implied Powers 5269
- Congressional Investigations 5370
- Article I, Section 9—Limits on Congressional Powers 5471
- Article I, Section 10—Limits on the States 5875
- Summary 6077
- For Reflection and Discussion 6077
- References and Suggestions For Further Study 6178
- Chapter 3. Article II: The Executive Branch 6582
- A Single Executive 6582
- The Presidential Term 6683
- Presidential Selection and the Electoral College 6784
- Presidential Qualifications 6986
- The Vice President and Presidential Disability 7087
- The Presidential Salary 7188
- The Presidential Oath 7188
- Presidential Duties 7289
- Commander in Chief 7289
- Getting Advice from the Cabinet 7491
- Power to Pardon and Reprieve 7491
- Negotiation and Ratification of Treaties 7693
- Presidential Appointment and Removal Powers 7794
- Recess Appointments Clause 7996
- The State of the Union Address 8097
- Power to Convene and Adjourn Congress 8198
- The President as Chief Diplomat 8198
- Power to Execute the Laws and Executive Privilege 8198
- Commissioning of Military Officers 83100
- Presidential Impeachment 84101
- Censure 84101
- Executive Orders and Presidential Signing Statements 85102
- Summary 85102
- For Reflection and Discussion 86103
- References and Suggestions For Further Study 87104
- Chapter 4. Article III: The Judicial Branch 91108
- Chapter 5. Article IV: The Federal System 109126
- Three Forms of Government 109126
- Layer Cake or Marble Cake? 110127
- Obligations of States to One Another 110127
- Obligations of The Nation to The States 114131
- Rejected Doctrines of Federalism 115132
- The Status of Local Governments 117134
- Summary 117134
- For Reflection and Discussion 117134
- References and Suggestions For Further Study 118135
- Chapter 6. Articles V–VII: The Amending Provision and Miscellaneous Matters 121138
- Chapter 7. The Bill of Rights—The First Amendment 133150
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