
Politicians in robes? The Supreme Courts of the US and UK
Politips... for A-Level Politics and Beyond
00:00
The Power and Limitations of the Supreme Court in Upholding Civil Rights
This chapter explores the contrasting functions of the Supreme Courts in the US and UK, emphasizing the US Court's authority to invalidate laws conflicting with the Constitution. It also examines the historical context of the Reconstruction Amendments, civil rights advancements, and the enforcement challenges highlighted by landmark cases like Brown v. Board of Education.
Transcript
Play full episode