Constitutional faith
Sanford Levinson · 2011
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"This book examines the "constitutional faith" that has, since 1788, been a central component of American "civil religion." By taking seriously the parallel between wholehearted acceptance of the Constitution and religious faith, Sanford Levinson opens up a host of intriguing questions about what it means to be American. While some view the Constitution as the central component of an American religion that serves to unite the social order, Levinson maintains that its sacred role can result in conflict, fragmentation, and even war. To Levinson, the Constitution's value lies in the realm of the discourse it sustains: a uniquely American form of political rhetoric that allows citizens to grapple with every important public issue imaginable."--Pub. desc.
Book details
- Year
- 2011
- Language
- English
- Publisher
- Princeton University Press
- Editions
- 1
- Pages
- 262
- ISBN
- 9780691152400
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