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Books about the 2000 Election 
36 Days
Synopsis
This chronicle of the dramatic and uncertain outcome of the 2000 presidential election was prepared by the staff of and drawn from the archives of the New York Times. Historian David Brinkley wrote the introduction, in which he provides a context to the day-by-day reportage.
Supreme Injustice
Synopsis
Millions of Americans were baffled and outraged by the U.S. Supreme Court's role in deciding the presidential election of 2000 with its controversial ruling in Bush v. Gore. The Court had held a unique place in our system of checks and balances, seen as the embodiment of fairness and principle precisely because it was perceived to be above the political fray. How could it now issue a decision that reeked of partisan politics, and send to the White House a candidate who may have actually lost the election?
In Supreme Injustice, best-selling author and legal expert Alan M. Dershowitz addresses these questions head-on, at last demystifying Bush v. Gore for those who are still angered by the court's decision but unclear about its meaning. Dershowitz--himself a former Supreme Court clerk--argues that in this case for the first time, the court's majority let its desire for a particular partisan outcome have priority over legal principles. As in his other bestselling books, Dershowitz clarifies complex legal issues, explaining concepts such as "equal protection" and "irreparable harm." Digging deeply into their earlier writings and rulings, Dershowitz proves beyond a reasonable doubt that the justices who gave George W. Bush the presidency contradicted their previous positions to do so.
The most egregious ruling since the Dred Scott Decision, Bush v. Gore has shattered the image of the Supreme Court as a fair and impartial arbiter of important national issues. The resulting loss of the American people's respect, Dershowitz concludes, has severely compromised the Court's role in national affairs. And yet Dershowitz sees some benefit emerging from this constitutional crisis--if we understand its lessons and take action to prevent it from happening again.
The Votes that Counted
Synopsis
A political science professor examines the 2001 Florida count/recount issue with particular attention to the many legal briefs, arguments, and decisions at the state and federal levels. He examines the events within the framework of reasoned academic analysis, avoiding partisan spin.
The Best Democracy Money Can Buy
Synopsis
Investigative journalist Palast here collects his best work, which appeared in British and American publications. He exposes corruption worldwide, and his targets include the WTO, Jeb Bush and Katherine Harris, Tony Blair's administration, Exxon, Pfizer, Hillary Clinton, and the IMF.
The Betrayal of America
Synopsis
Lawyer Bugliosi presents a resounding indictment of the Supreme Court's controversial 5-4 decision on the Florida recount issue of the 2000 presidential election.
36 Days
Synopsis
This chronicle of the dramatic and uncertain outcome of the 2000 presidential election was prepared by the staff of and drawn from the archives of the New York Times. Historian David Brinkley wrote the introduction, in which he provides a context to the day-by-day reportage.
Supreme Injustice
Synopsis
Millions of Americans were baffled and outraged by the U.S. Supreme Court's role in deciding the presidential election of 2000 with its controversial ruling in Bush v. Gore. The Court had held a unique place in our system of checks and balances, seen as the embodiment of fairness and principle precisely because it was perceived to be above the political fray. How could it now issue a decision that reeked of partisan politics, and send to the White House a candidate who may have actually lost the election?
In Supreme Injustice, best-selling author and legal expert Alan M. Dershowitz addresses these questions head-on, at last demystifying Bush v. Gore for those who are still angered by the court's decision but unclear about its meaning. Dershowitz--himself a former Supreme Court clerk--argues that in this case for the first time, the court's majority let its desire for a particular partisan outcome have priority over legal principles. As in his other bestselling books, Dershowitz clarifies complex legal issues, explaining concepts such as "equal protection" and "irreparable harm." Digging deeply into their earlier writings and rulings, Dershowitz proves beyond a reasonable doubt that the justices who gave George W. Bush the presidency contradicted their previous positions to do so.
The most egregious ruling since the Dred Scott Decision, Bush v. Gore has shattered the image of the Supreme Court as a fair and impartial arbiter of important national issues. The resulting loss of the American people's respect, Dershowitz concludes, has severely compromised the Court's role in national affairs. And yet Dershowitz sees some benefit emerging from this constitutional crisis--if we understand its lessons and take action to prevent it from happening again.
The Votes that Counted
Synopsis
A political science professor examines the 2001 Florida count/recount issue with particular attention to the many legal briefs, arguments, and decisions at the state and federal levels. He examines the events within the framework of reasoned academic analysis, avoiding partisan spin.
The Best Democracy Money Can Buy
Synopsis
Investigative journalist Palast here collects his best work, which appeared in British and American publications. He exposes corruption worldwide, and his targets include the WTO, Jeb Bush and Katherine Harris, Tony Blair's administration, Exxon, Pfizer, Hillary Clinton, and the IMF.
The Betrayal of America
Synopsis
Lawyer Bugliosi presents a resounding indictment of the Supreme Court's controversial 5-4 decision on the Florida recount issue of the 2000 presidential election.