"In this thoroughly revised and updated fourth edition of Judges on Judging : Views from the Bench, O'Brien offers insights into the judicial philosophies and political views of those on the bench. Broad in scope, this one-of-a-kind book also features 'off-the-bench' writings and speeches in which Supreme Court justices, as well as federal and state court judges, discuss the judicial process, constitutional and statutory interpretation, judicial federalism, and the role of the judiciary. Presenting a revealing and nuanced view of the judiciary, this engaging book offers the perfect combination of thematic and historical context, making it a must-have resource for students and anyone interested in our judiciary system"--P. [4] of cover.