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2. Separation of Powers without Idolatry

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Chapters in this book

Frontmatter i
Contents vii
Introduction. The Abnegation of Law’s Empire 1
1. The Legality of Administrative Law 23
2. Separation of Powers without Idolatry 56
3. Deference and Due Process 87
4. Rationally Arbitrary Decisions 125
5. Thin Rationality Review 155
6. How Law Empowers Nonlawyers 197
Conclusion Law on the Margin 209
Notes 221
Acknowledgments 247
Index of Cases 249
General Index 251

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Chapters in this book

Frontmatter i
Contents vii
Introduction. The Abnegation of Law’s Empire 1
1. The Legality of Administrative Law 23
2. Separation of Powers without Idolatry 56
3. Deference and Due Process 87
4. Rationally Arbitrary Decisions 125
5. Thin Rationality Review 155
6. How Law Empowers Nonlawyers 197
Conclusion Law on the Margin 209
Notes 221
Acknowledgments 247
Index of Cases 249
General Index 251

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