Assignment task: Clearly explain the case of Marbury v. Madison and the New York Times v. the United States. Which issue do they address? You can look at oyez.org. What did you learn about the court case? Do you agree or disagree with the case and what do you think of the significance of the case? Provide the following details for each case:
Case Name & background information (how this case came to be, this should be at least one detailed paragraph. Assume I have never heard about this case before):
Question/Issue before the Court: (Does it relate to an amendment, if so which and why)
Decision: (What exactly did the court say?)
Significance: (What is the lasting significance of this case)
Evaluate the decision based on your own beliefs. Do you agree with it why or why not? You must discuss certain aspects of the case in your evaluation and how it relates to the constitution; which amendment or right does it hinder or protect?