war and emergency powers

Examines the role of presidents in the United States' war efforts. Includes background, arguments, and critiques of presidents and how they used their executive power during wars from the Revolutionary Era to post-9/11. Discusses the framework of the Constitution and its intent for war decisions.

Examines the controversial relationship between President Abraham Lincoln and Chief Justice Roger B. Taney, addressing such issues as their disagreements over slavery, secession, and Taney's decision in the Dred Scott case.

A collection of twelve essays on issues concerning presidential powers, including surveillance programs, identifying and detaining enemy combatants, and permitting torture.

Examines how increased security concerns since the terrorist attacks of September 11, 2001, have led to security measures that violate Americans' civil liberties, and addresses the debate over whether these violations are neccessary in order to make America safer.

Examines the extent of military power held by America's commander-in-chief--a subject of much debate since the founding of the nation.

"Allows readers to use critical thinking to create informed opinions on where they stand on the issue of military might and global intervention"--Provided by publisher.