The John Marshall Legacy: A Conversation with Richard Brookhiser

Richard Brookhiser, author of a new biography of John Marshall, discusses Marshall's impact on the Supreme Court, including his influence on federal government and contract enforcement. They also explore Marshall's struggles with losing justices and the decline of his influence over the court. The speakers debate the tradition of unanimous decisions in the Supreme Court and examine aspects of Marshall's legal reasoning, including his opinions on slavery and Indian affairs.