Describes how the end of the Cold War seemingly validated American liberal democratic capitalism, but then American leaders used globalization and military might to push American values and redefine freedom. Examines the years from the Cold War to Trump, and demonstrates how folly and delusions led to inequalities, war, moral confusion, and an angry populace.
a history of the U.S. Supreme Court appointments from Washington to Bush II
Abraham, Henry Julian
2008
A history of the first 108 members of the U.S. Supreme Court, discussing why individual justices were nominated, how their nominations were received by legislators, whether they lived up to the expectations of the American public, and their impact on American law and society.
Simple text and photographs discuss the role of U.S. Presidents, covering their responsibility to sign laws into action, give speeches, meet with foreign leaders, lead the military, and more, and includes biographical facts about Barack Obama.
Readers are encouraged to find their own voice in Presidential power debates as they're introduced to the varying viewpoints surrounding the issue of presidential power.
Looks at the history of this important executive power, explains executive orders that have had wide-ranging effects, and demonstrates the legal limits of the president's power.
