In this Book
- The Myth of Coequal Branches: Restoring the Constitution’s Separation of Functions
- Book
- 2018
- Published by: University of Missouri Press
- Series: Studies in Constitutional Democracy
summary
The idea that the three branches of U.S. government are equal in power is taught in classrooms, proclaimed by politicians, and referenced in the media. But, as David Siemers shows, that idea is a myth, neither intended by the Founders nor true in practice. Siemers explains how adherence to this myth normalizes a politics of gridlock, in which the action of any branch can be checked by the reaction of any other. The Founders, however, envisioned a separation of functions rather than a separation of powers. Siemers argues that this view needs to replace our current view, so that the goals set out in the Constitution’s Preamble may be better achieved.
Table of Contents
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- List of Tables
- pp. xi-xii
- Acknowledgments
- pp. xiii-xvi
- List of Works Consulted
- pp. 207-216
Additional Information
ISBN
9780826274212
Related ISBN(s)
9780826221698
MARC Record
OCLC
1059451100
Pages
244
Launched on MUSE
2019-01-02
Language
English
Open Access
No