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Peer reviewedO'Brien, David M. – History Teacher, 1985
Using various primary data sources regarding the character of judiciary activities since the early 1800s, this article examines the charge that the U. S. Supreme Court has become increasingly "imperial," with judges despotically usurping and exercising power. Data analysis fails to support this claim. (JDH)
Descriptors: Court Doctrine, Court Judges, Court Litigation, Legal Problems
