Revolution in Redline: The Iterative Journey of the U.S. Constitution

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by Sam Merchant

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Designed for the modern reader, Revolution in Redline is a tool that helps readers learn about the U.S. Constitution as quickly and engagingly as possible by delving into the people, history, and context that led to each provision of the founding documents. Revolution in Redline begins by compiling major documents that inspired the Constitution, like Magna Carta (1215), the English Bill of Rights (1689), Articles of Association (1774), Olive Branch Petition (1775), Declaration of Independence (1776), Articles of Confederation (1777), and Northwest Ordinance (1787). This will likely be the first time that many readers will encounter the full text of these documents. The only recent anthology that collects these documents and explains the connections between them, Revolution in Redline is an invaluable resource for attorneys, scholars, and judges. It is also a vital supplement for students in courses like constitutional law, criminal procedure, or American history. Most uniquely, Revolution in Redline invites readers to join drafters like Thomas Jefferson, John Dickinson, and James Madison in the "room where it happened." It compares final versions of America's founding documents to key drafts to show how the drafters arrived at the final versions. Presenting these changes in a modern "tracked changes" format makes them come to life, as readers can see proposed changes and watch the drafters debate various positions in the margins. Combined with the annotated compilation of earlier documents, readers can quickly understand how and why the Framers adopted each provision of America's founding documents. In Revolution in Redline , readers will gain an unprecedented insight into the Constitution's development, fostering a deeper appreciation for the principles that continue to shape the United States of America. Sam J. Merchant is an Associate Professor of Law at the University of Minnesota Law School.

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