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Marbury v. Madison
The case of Marbury v. Madison established the principle of judicial review. It wasn't originally very liked by the people. It has a democratic view, and some believed that it was a controversial case, because it seemed to be somewhat of a power grab. The trend it created was judicial review. -
Plessy v. Ferguson
Plessy v. Ferguson dealt with racial segregation (court took the separate but equal approach). The public was in favor with the ruling, and it was not seen as democratic. It was a controversial case since it dealt with and was legalizing segregation. The trend was judicial restraint. -
Brown v. Board of education
Brown v. Board of Education dealt with racial segregation in the school system. The publics favor towards the case was increasing and it is democratic. It was a controversial case, because blacks believed that what they said counted for something. This case showed the principle of judicial activism. -
Roe v. Wade
Roe v. Wade was a court case that dealt with abortion (in Texas). The publics opinion on this case was fairly divided and it was a democratic case. It was also a very controversial case, since half the population was pro life and half was pro choice. This case portrayed the principle of judicial activism. -
Obergefell v. Hodges
Obergefell v. Hodges is the most recent court case, that dealt with the legalization of same sex marriage. This was not democratic. The public was very divided over this controversial case, since religious views of Americans differ. This case showed the principle of judicial activism.