Lucas Kent Ogden

Uniting the States Lucas Kent Ogden

As Americans are currently dealing with very important questions about their own rights and about the extent of governmental power, their constitutional foundations are as relevant today as ever. The Constitution of the United States is the oldest written constitution in force in the world today. As an enduring symbol of American national identity and heritage, it remains the basis for facing the ongoing challenge of uniting the states in a large and diverse country. This concise, readable commentary presents the Constitution in a way that is accessible for interested readers with little knowledge about American law. This book can help people of all nationalities and ages to better understand current events involving the United States. Each section of the Constitution is explained clearly, while historical information and modern examples help make this ground-breaking document come to life. This second edition also features straightfoward explanations of the legal issues surrounding the recent controversies about privacy rights and government surveillance.