Understanding the American Constitution
One cannot understand the meaning of civil liberties without knowing its historical background. American constitutional law developed in direct relation with the making of the United States. Professor Finn exposed this process and gave to the listener the reasons behind the particular way of formation of the civil liberties and the bill of rights. With that in mind one can grasp its meaning and appreciate its values for a democratic commonwealth. Its translation to others westerners democracies is a whole other story. ( )