Constitutional Law: Principles and Policies (Aspen Student Treatise)

Relied on by students, professors, and practitioners, Erwin Chemerinsky s popular treatise clearly states the law and identifies the underlying policy issues in each area of constitutional law. Thorough coverage of the topic makes it appropriate for both beginning and advanced courses.This new, Fifth Edition features updated material throughout, including:Significant attention given to developments in law since publication of previous editionNew material on standing, congressional power, presidential power and the war on terror; preemption, school desegregation; abortion rights and voting rightsCovers First Amendment issues concerning speech and religionIncludes recent and significant cases: Hein v. Freedom from Religion Foundation; Boumediene v. Bush; Hamdan v. Rumsfeld; Wyeth v. Levine; Philip Morris USA v. Williams