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We the People: A History of the U.S. Constitution
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Essay Topics
How does Lepore engage with the idea of national identity through constitutional history? In what ways does she suggest that American identity is unstable, negotiated, or unfinished?
The book suggests that the Constitution has been both a tool of liberation and oppression. How does Lepore hold these opposing truths simultaneously as she explores Democracy’s Fragility in the Face of Inequality? Evaluate the effectiveness of this dual perspective. Cite specific examples from the text to support your argument.
How does Lepore address the relationship between violence and constitutional change? Analyze one instance where violence precipitated legal or political transformation.
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