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Fifty Years of Constitutional Law.

  • Published In: Litigation, 2025, v. 51, n. 2. P. 14 1 of 3

  • Database: Academic Search Ultimate 2 of 3

  • Authored By: Chemerinsky, Erwin 3 of 3

Abstract

The article examines the significant changes in constitutional law over the past 50 years, highlighting a marked shift towards conservatism in the U.S. Supreme Court. It discusses the evolution of the Court's composition, noting that Republican presidents have appointed a majority of justices, leading to a more conservative judicial philosophy. Key areas of focus include justiciability, federal powers, individual rights, equal protection, and the religion clauses of the First Amendment, with notable cases such as *Dobbs v. Jackson Women's Health Organization* and *Kennedy v. Bremerton School District* illustrating these shifts. The article concludes by reflecting on how these changes have shaped contemporary constitutional law and the implications for future jurisprudence. [Extracted from the article]

Additional Information

  • Source:Litigation. 2025/01, Vol. 51, Issue 2, p14
  • Document Type:Article
  • Subject Area:Law
  • Publication Date:2025
  • ISSN:0097-9813
  • Accession Number:185327112
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