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Breyer, Stephen G., 1938-

Active liberty : interpreting a democratic Constitution / Stephen Breyer. - New York : Oxford University Press ; 2008. - xiv, 200 p. ; 22 cm.

Includes bibliographical references (p. 167-180) and index.

Active liberty -- Freedom of speech -- Federalism -- The right of privacy -- Affirmative action -- Statutory interpretation -- Administrative law -- Purposive interpretation -- A broader application.

ISBN: 9780199227075

LCCN: 2007050468

Subjects--Topical Terms:
Constitutional law
United States.
Law United States
Interpretation and construction.
Judicial process United States.
Constituent power United States.
Liberty.

Dewey Class. No.: 342.73 BRE