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Book Synopsis: This superb collection chronicles the most important Supreme Court cases on church-state relations over the past three decades. It includes extensive coverage of the Court's major decisions concerning prayer in state legislatures, the pledge of allegiance, display of the Ten Commandments in public buildings, religious displays on public property, school prayer, vouchers for religious schools, religion in science class, and much more.
Beginning with a carefully prepared historical overview, which places the first amendment in the context of 18th-century debates over religious freedom, Robert Alley offers a fresh analysis of the amendment's origins. He then presents fifty recent and historical cases without editorial comment, permitting readers to arrive at their own individual interpretations. In addition to the text of the majority decision, each case is followed by the vote of the justices as well as selected dissenting opinions.
Unlike news accounts and other texts, this unique volume is the only objective presentation of the justices' decisions, in the Court's own words, and it includes the entire canon of subjects that bear the label "church and state."
This clearly written, accessible book will be valuable for classroom use, as a library resource, and as an excellent introductory reader for anyone interested in what the Supreme Court has decided on religion in public places and schools.
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Looking for a comprehensive and objective resource on the most important Supreme Court cases concerning church and state? Look no further! Introducing "The Constitution & Religion: Leading Supreme Court Cases on Church and State." This remarkable collection covers the Court's major decisions over the past three decades, including controversial topics like prayer in state legislatures, religious displays on public property, and school prayer.
Authored by Robert Alley, this book begins with a historical overview, shedding light on the 18th-century debates surrounding religious freedom that laid the foundation for the First Amendment. What sets this book apart is the absence of editorial comments. You get to form your own interpretations as Alley presents fifty recent and historical cases, complete with the text of the majority decision, the justices' votes, and select dissenting opinions.
Unlike biased news accounts, "The Constitution & Religion" lets you delve into the Supreme Court's own words and understand the entire gamut of subjects labeled "church and state." Whether you're a student, a scholar, or simply curious about the Supreme Court's stance on religion in public places and schools, this accessible book is an invaluable resource.
Get your copy of "The Constitution & Religion: Leading Supreme Court Cases on Church and State" today and gain a deeper understanding of the Supreme Court's decisions on religion. Discover the historic roots, explore the controversies, and develop your own insights. Don't miss out on this exceptional opportunity to enhance your knowledge.
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