Constitutional Law and Politics: Civil Rights and Civil Liberties

A topical and comprehensive look at the cases that have shaped our nation.

This authoritative casebook presents a wide range of excerpts and opinions from the most significant Supreme Court cases and places each case in its historical and political context. Special feature boxes, headnotes, and introductions help students understand complicated decisions. The Ninth Edition has been updated to include recent landmark rulings on contemporary issues, such as same-sex marriage and heath care.