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PAP. Condizione: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

Soft cover. Condizione: Good. No Jacket. 175pp. 29cm. Frontispiece. Numerous illustrations, many in colour. Artists' biographies. Bibliography. Index. Soft covers. Small printed label of private owner on end paper. (Published to accompany an exhibition).

Paperback. Condizione: new. Paperback. The promise of the American soil is under review by the highest court in the land.For over a century, the 14th Amendment has served as an immovable pillar of the United States Constitution, guaranteeing that every child born on U.S. soil is a citizen. Today, that pillar faces an unprecedented challenge. In the landmark case of Trump v. Barbara, the executive branch seeks to dismantle "jus soli"-the right of the soil, and replace it with a restrictive mandate based on parental status and political allegiance.Birthright Citizenship and Constitutional Power provides an authoritative and objective examination of this historic legal confrontation. This book moves beyond the headlines to analyze the core of the debate: the original intent of the Reconstruction-era framers, the enduring legacy of the 1898 Wong Kim Ark precedent, and the modern definition of "domicile."Within these pages, you will find: Historical Precision: A rigorous analysis of the 14th Amendment's origins and its role in post-Civil War inclusive citizenship.Judicial Insight: A breakdown of the Supreme Court's skepticism during oral arguments and the ideological tension between originalism and living constitutionalism.Administrative Reality: A sobering look at the logistical burdens and demographic shifts that would follow a restricted citizenship policy.The Future of Precedent: An evaluation of whether the current judiciary will uphold a century of stability or initiate a profound shift in American jurisprudence.Whether you are a legal professional, a student of history, or a citizen concerned with the future of the republic, this book offers an objective perspective on the case that could redefine what it means to be an American.Secure your copy to understand the legal forces shaping the next era of United States citizenship. This item is printed on demand. Shipping may be from our UK warehouse or from our Australian or US warehouses, depending on stock availability.