We Dissent boldly takes the Constitution back from the Rehnquist Court that has reneged on its promises, and eloquently shows us what the Constitution can be at its best a progressive guardian of liberty, equality, and justice for the most vulnerable. - David Cole,author of Enemy Aliens: Double Standards and Constitutional Freedoms in the War on Terrorism We have long been plagued with an ultra-conservative Supreme Court, and it is refreshing to find this collection of dissenting views, astute and bold, from constitutional scholars. They have been judiciously edited by Michael Avery, a veteran of courtroom battles for civil liberties, and they bring us back to basic principles of equality and justice. This book is a veritable course in constitutional law and an important contribution to the national debate on the rights of citizens. - Howard Zinn,author of A People's History of the United States: 1492-present The volume is a fine meditation on the values at stake in, and the impact of, modern Supreme Court decision making. Each dissent is preceded by a summary of the case and majority opinion. (Choice) We Dissent reminds lawyers that we have a responsibility to think independently and dissent vigorously, and it reminds nonlawyers that good citizenship requires engagement, independence, and, sometimes, dissent. . . . [A]n important contribution to our democratic dialogue. (Trial) Whether you agree with the courts opinions or the & dissents, you will find the book provocative. (Sunday Star Ledger)
