9780265085448 - Interstate Cooperation: A Study of the Interstate Compact (Classic Reprint) di Thursby, Vincent V. (3 risultati)

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

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

Paperback. Condizione: New. Print on Demand. This book delves into the fascinating history and legal framework of interstate compacts, a unique tool for resolving conflicts and tackling shared challenges across state lines. The author traces the evolution of compacts from pre-colonial times, highlighting their role in settling boundary disputes and fostering cooperation. The book then examines the constitutional basis for compacts, exploring the delicate balance between state and federal power and the crucial role of congressional consent. Readers will discover the complex interplay of regional interests and national concerns, and how compacts can serve as a bridge between these sometimes competing forces. The book analyzes the strengths and limitations of this "short circuit" in the federal system, considering its potential for both flexibility and rigidity. Ultimately, this book sheds light on the enduring significance of interstate compacts in shaping the American political landscape, offering valuable insights into their past, present, and future potential. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item.