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An argument open to all

An argument open to all

reading The Federalist in the twenty-first century
Pages
350
Published
2015
Language
English

Synopsis

In An Argument Open to All, renowned legal scholar Sanford Levinson takes a novel approach to what is perhaps America's most famous political tract. Rather than concern himself with the authors as historical figures, or how The Federalist helps us understand the original intent of the framers of the Constitution, Levinson examines each essay for the political wisdom it can offer us today. In eighty-five short essays, each keyed to a different essay in The Federalist, he considers such questions as whether present generations can rethink their constitutional arrangements; how much effort we should exert to preserve America's traditional culture; and whether The Federalist's arguments even suggest the desirability of world government.

About the author

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Sanford Levinson

Sanford Levinson writes on constitutional law and American governance. His book, "Processes of Constitutional Decisionmaking," is a key text for understanding how legal decisions are made. He provides direct analysis of our nation's legal framework.