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Written by political savant Ben Sheehan, and vetted for accuracy by experts in the field of constitutional law, What Does the Constitution Actually Say? is an entertaining and accessible primer on what our Constitution actually lays out. With clear notes and graphics on everything from presidential powers to Supreme Court nominations to hidden loopholes, Sheehan walks us through the entire Constitution (with a bonus section on the Declaration of Independence). Besides putting the Constitution in modern-day English (so that it can be understood), What Does the Constitution Actually Say? gives you everything you need to be an effective voter and citizen in the November elections and beyond.

"The New York Times bestselling author of The Year of Living Biblically chronicles his hilarious adventures in attempting to follow the original meaning of the Constitution, as he searches for answers to one of the most pressing issues of our time: How should we interpret America's foundational document?"--.

A collection of papers written in 1787 to justify the creation of the United States Constitution.

"This book introduces young readers to the US Supreme Court, its role as the judicial branch, its relationship with lower federal courts and the other branches of government, and how people become justices"--Provided by publisher.

Looks at the history of the writing of the United States Constitution, discussing that the nation is still suffering from the consequences of disputes and decisions made in 1787, as the new government was being created.

". . . explains what is in the Constitution and what it all means. You'll explore with [Hudson] . . . the powers of the President, the Congress, and the Courts--and how the three branches of government fit together. You'll look at how it protects your individual rights--and how it promotes 'the general welfare' of all citizens. Learn about the different individual rights and common goods--and how they sometimes conflict"--Back cover.

"The Constitution is arguably the most important document in the United States today. It forms the basis of all laws that are passed in the country, and the Supreme Court's interpretation of the document has influenced countless court decisions and new policies. For these reasons, it's crucial for all American citizens to have at least a basic knowledge of what the Constitution contains. Readers are given an overview of this important document, helping them think critically about proposed laws in the 21st century. Exciting fact boxes, sidebars, and photographs add to this essential reading experience"--.

"[An introduction to the U.S. Constitution that] explores the themes that have shaped the document -- federalism, the balance of powers, property, representation, equality, rights, and security"--Provided by publisher.

"Marcus is stumped by a summer assignment: to write an essay on what it means to be a citizen. He's surprised to hear from people in his community that constitutions play an important role when it comes to citizenship--they can even affect whether you feel like you belong in your country or not. From a Kosovo Albanian neighbor to a Rwandan exchange student, and even in his own family history, Marcus discovers stories of how constitutions--including the U.S. Constitution--shape the political landscape and our daily lives"--Provided by publisher.

This multimedia platform combines a book and video series that will change the way you study constitutional law. An Introduction to Constitutional Law teaches the narrative of constitutional law as it has developed over the past two centuries.