The Empire, the Garden, and Abortion. Alternative Explanations for the Role of the Courts
Theoretical Framework
New York and New Jersey in Comparative Context
Findings and the Proceeding Study
The Development of Abortion Policy in New Jersey. The Early Years
The Modern Era and the Seeds of Judicial Predominance
Reinforcing the Path
Maintaining the Judicial Path
Overview
The Federal Context
Conclusion
The Development of Abortion Policy in New York State. The Early Years
Establishing the Political Path
Maintaining the Political Path
Consolidating the Political Path
Overview
The Federal Context
Conclusion
Different Issues, Different States. The Furman and Gregg Decisions
Capital Punishment in New York
Capital Punishment in New Jersey
Abortion Policy in Minnesota
Abortion Policy in Wisconsin
Conclusion
Talking Rights or Talking Politics?