SCOTUS Review

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How did the decision in Marbury v. Madison (1803) establish the principle of judicial review?

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By asserting the power of the Supreme Court to declare federal laws unconstitutional

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What was the significance of Engel v. Vitale (1962) in terms of the First Amendment?

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It prohibited state-sponsored prayer in public schools.

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Analyze how Shaw v. Reno (1993) impacted the interpretation of the Equal Protection Clause of the Fourteenth Amendment.

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It ruled that racial gerrymandering could be challenged under the Equal Protection Clause.

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Discuss the implications of McCulloch v. Maryland (1819) on federalism.

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It established the supremacy of federal laws over state laws.

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Evaluate the impact of Gideon v. Wainwright (1963) on the rights of the accused.

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It ensured the right to legal counsel for defendants in state courts

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How did United States v. Lopez (1995) alter the interpretation of the Commerce Clause?

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It limited the scope of the Commerce Clause in regulating non-economic activities.

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Analyze the decision in Schenck v. United States (1919) and its impact on free speech.

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It established the "clear and present danger" test for limiting speech.

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What precedent did Tinker v. Des Moines Independent Community School District (1969) set regarding student speech?

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It upheld students' rights to free speech in schools as long as it does not disrupt the educational process.

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Discuss the significance of McDonald v. Chicago (2010) in the context of the Second Amendment.

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It incorporated the Second Amendment right to bear arms to the states.

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How did Brown v. Board of Education (1954) transform public education in the United States?

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It declared racial segregation in public schools unconstitutional