judicial power

Publisher Annotation: Ever since it was established in 1789, the United States Supreme Court has had a major impact on the lives of all Americans. Some of its landmark decisions have helped end segregation, protected a person's privacy, and allowed people to marry whomever they love. Best-selling author, former executive editor of The New York Times, and self-confessed political junkie, Jill Abramson has written a detailed and fascinating book that explains how the highest court in the United States works, who gets to serve on it, which cases have had the greatest impact on the country, and why the US justice system is so vital to democracy.

" . . . 'Voices of Our Republic' features thoughts about the Constitution from personalities, dignitaries, and everyday heroes, including Justice Ruth Bader Ginsburg, Arthur Sulzberger, Alan Dershowitz, Sandra Day O'Connor, Arnold Schwarzenegger, Jack Nicklaus, Ron Chernow, and others. These figures help answer the question of why the Constitution is so important and how it can be applied to political discourse today. Each person emphasizes a different part of the Constitution--from the Bill of Rights to the 14th Amendment and beyond--and why those particular passages are important"--Provided by publisher.

Provides an introduction to the United States Supreme Court, including how it was formed, the responsibilities it has, and how some of the decisions it has made have changed history.

Examines the purpose of the U.S. Supreme Court and the role of the judicial branch of the government, what type of cases are heard by the Supreme Court, how court judges are chosen, and who is the Chief Justice.

Explores an in-depth look at the leaders and ideals responsible for establishing the judicial branch in the United States.

"Learn about the Supreme Court of the United States, the history of the federal judiciary, and its organizations and responsibilities"--Provided by publisher.

Examines the federal court system and the state court system of the United States. Also looks at some landmark Supreme Court decisions and how a case makes its way to the Supreme Court.

Presents an examination of the history and origins of the Judicial Branch and Supreme Court, and includes a look at the Supreme Court's power to influence American history and society.