Federalism and the Separation of Powers: Safeguards of Liberty
ABSTRACT
This conference examined the two major constitutional mechanisms that were intended by the American framers to serve as safeguards to liberty: federalism and the separation of powers. Particular emphasis was placed on the evaluation of whether and to what extent these institutional structures have been successful in political practice.
READING LIST
Conference Readings
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