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"A compelling account of the patterns of though and action that are necessary to sustain a vibrant constitutional culture. It is well argued, engagingly written, and never less than fair to competing theoretical perspectives. Even scholars who favor a robust judiciary, or who doubt the ability of average citizens to fulfill the demanding role Finn assigns them, will be forced to reckon with this book's deeply troubling conclusions."-Perspectives on Politics "The essay form of the book is innovative and reflective of its subject, inviting a less formal (but not informal) tone that raises questions and opens up the mind to consideration of civic possibilities and all of the work that it does to sustain a civic constitutional order."-Tulsa Law Review "Professor Finn sees signs of rot in the rise of the the post-9/11 security state "governed by our fear instead of our reason," and he calls on all citizens to renew their commitment to the Civil Constitution."-Harvard Law Review.

With special reference to the experience of Britain and Germany, this book examines the dilemma faced by constitutional governments in trying to draft anti-terrorist laws while preserving civil liberties.