Publisher's Synopsis
From the structure of the Supreme Court to its proceedings, this comprehensive encyclopedia presents the cornerstone of the American justice system. Featuring more than 600 A-to-Z entries—written by leading academics and lawyers—Encyclopedia of the Supreme Court, Second Edition offers a thorough review of critical cases, issues, biographies, and topics important to understanding the Supreme Court.Entries include:AbortionCapital punishmentCitizens United v. Federal Election CommissionDouble jeopardyemployment discriminationFederalismMasterpiece Cakeshop v. Colorado Civil Rights CommissionObergefell v. Hodgespolice use of forcepublic health and the U.S. ConstitutionThurgood MarshallTitle IX and schoolsUnited States v. NixonEarl WarrenWiretapping.
