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From the Pulitzer Prizewinning scholar, a timely history of the constitutional changes that built equality into the nations foundation and how those guarantees have been shaken over time.The Declaration of Independence announced equality as an American ideal, but it took the Civil War and the subsequent adoption of three constitutional amendments to establish that ideal as American law. The Reconstruction amendments abolished slavery, guaranteed all persons due process and equal protection of the law, and equipped black men with the right to vote. They established the principle of birthright citizenship and guaranteed the privileges and immunities of all citizens. The federal government, not the states, was charged with enforcement, reversing the priority of the original Constitution and the Bill of Rights. In grafting the principle of equality onto the Constitution, these revolutionary changes marked the second founding of the United States.Eric Foners compact, insightful history traces the arc of these pivotal amendments from their dramatic origins in preCivil War mass meetings of AfricanAmerican colored citizens and in Republican party politics to their virtual nullification in the late nineteenth century. A series of momentous decisions by the Supreme Court narrowed the rights guaranteed in the amendments, while the states actively undermined them. The Jim Crow system was the result. Again today there are serious political challenges to birthright citizenship, voting rights, due process, and equal protection of the law. Like all great works of history, this one informs our understanding of the present as well as the past: knowledge and vigilance are always necessary to secure our basic rights.
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- Q: What is the main focus of 'The Second Founding' by Eric Foner? A: The book focuses on the constitutional changes during the Civil War and Reconstruction that established equality as a fundamental American law through three key amendments.
- Q: Who is the author of 'The Second Founding'? A: The author is Eric Foner, a Pulitzer Prize-winning historian known for his expertise in American history.
- Q: When was 'The Second Founding' published? A: The book was published on September 17, 2019.
- Q: How many pages does 'The Second Founding' have? A: The book contains 256 pages.
- Q: What type of binding does this book have? A: The book is available in hardcover binding.
- Q: What historical events does 'The Second Founding' discuss? A: The book discusses the Civil War, Reconstruction, and the subsequent amendments that shaped American law regarding equality.
- Q: Is 'The Second Founding' suitable for readers new to American history? A: Yes, the book is written in a compact and insightful manner, making it accessible for both new and knowledgeable readers of American history.
- Q: What are the key themes explored in 'The Second Founding'? A: Key themes include equality, civil rights, the impact of the Reconstruction amendments, and ongoing challenges to these principles in American society.
- Q: Does 'The Second Founding' include any references to modern implications of historical events? A: Yes, the book draws parallels between historical events and current challenges related to voting rights and equal protection under the law.
- Q: Can I find a summary or review of 'The Second Founding' before purchasing? A: Yes, numerous online resources, including book reviews and summaries, are available to help potential readers evaluate the book.