What is Popular Sovereignty? [No. 86]

Why is the idea of popular sovereignty so important in the American system of government?
Professor Kurt Lash explains this unique American concept and its ramifications. The will of the people manifests itself in a written Constitution which supercedes any government activity. The Constitution is designed to maintain the delicate balance between the national government and the state governments. The popular sovereignty of the people is thus preserved at both the local and national levels.
Professor Kurt T. Lash holds the E. Claiborne Robins Distinguished Chair in Law at the University of Richmond School of Law. He is the Founder and Director of the Richmond Program on the American Constitution.
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