Presented by Willard Hurst as part of his course "Introduction to Modern American Legal History" at the University of Wisconsin Law School in 1978. The concept of loyalty and peaceful transition of power is investigated through an examination of the 1798 sedition acts, and the changing of political power during the election of 1800. Hurst also discusses the rationale behind the Kentucky and Virginia Resolutions as he defines what it means to commit treason in the U.S. and the implications behind "evil intent" and "libel." He closes by discusses ways in which individuals can resist these persecutions and precedents the Marshall court set with judicial review. This lecture focuses on the various legal and political elements of American society that work to maintain social peace and stability. The 1830's era of Jacksonian democracy is examined for its egalitarian emphasis, and tied to the stead expansion of suffrage that the country experienced after 1800. Hurst also discusses the provisions for universities and hospitals that accompanied Wisconsin's admittance as a state in 1848, and the married woman's property act, the growing administration, and increased professional competence.
