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  • The Myth of Coequal Branches

  • Restoring the Constitution’s Separation of Functions (Studies in Constitutional Democracy)
  • By: David J. Siemers
  • Narrated by: Gary Willprecht
  • Length: 8 hrs and 38 mins
  • 5.0 out of 5 stars (2 ratings)

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The Myth of Coequal Branches

By: David J. Siemers
Narrated by: Gary Willprecht
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The idea that the three branches of US government are equal in power is taught in classrooms, proclaimed by politicians, and referenced in the media. But, as David Siemers shows, that idea is a myth, neither intended by the Founders nor true in practice. Siemers explains how adherence to this myth normalizes a politics of gridlock, in which the action of any branch can be checked by the reaction of any other. The Founders, however, envisioned a separation of functions rather than a separation of powers. Siemers argues that this view needs to replace our current view, so that the goals set out in the Constitution’s Preamble may be better achieved.

The book is published by University of Missouri Press. The audiobook is published by University Press Audiobooks.

“This book...ought to have a substantial impact on how we think about the separation of powers in the United States.” (Keith Whittington, author of Constitutional Construction)

“This is a well-researched, persuasively argued, and important book.” (James H. Read, author of Power versus Liberty)

"The book is an elegant and persuasive correction to core mythical assertions about our separated system of governing." (Charles O. Jones, University of Wisconsin-Madison)

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