Introduction
Analytical and exam approach
Overview of constitutional law: a summary of the major areas of constitutional law
Judicial review and limitations on judicial review: the constitutional basis for the exercise of federal judicial power
National legislative power: sources of and limitations on congressional power
Separation of powers: relationships between and among branches of the federal government
State power to regulate commerce: constitutional limitations
Federal preemption of state laws
State action requirement for the application of certain constitutional protections
Congressional enforcement of civil rights
Retroactive legislation
The takings clause
Procedural due process
Substantive due process and fundamental rights
Equal protection
Freedom of speech
Freedom of the press
The religion clauses of the First Amendment
The constitution of the United States.