"Have To" History: The Roberts Court: Stuff You Really Should Know (Even If You’re Not Sure You Want To) About The Most Important Cases Of The Supreme Court (2005-2025)

Whether you’re a student faking your way through a government class, a loyal citizen trying to make sense of current events, or just looking to sound smarter on a budget, “Have To” History: The Roberts Court covers the most important Supreme Court cases of the past twenty years — campaign finance, healthcare, voting rights, affirmative action, religious liberty, reproductive rights, and more. And you thought all those posts about charcuterie boards were exciting! Each featured case includes “Three Big Things” to remember, plus clear context, accessible summaries, and highlights from the Court’s concurring and dissenting opinions. Legal jargon is explained, extraneous detail trimmed, and the key takeaways distilled for readers who want to understand what really matters, and why. Additional “worth-a-look” cases appear in quick-reference form and the appendix organizes everything thematically for easy browsing. Read straight through or thematically - either way, you'll look and sound way more enlightened than your friends and co-workers. You might even start winning some of those debates on social media. View Less