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This book grew out of my dissertation project, and it is a testament to my remarkably good fortune in teachers, friends, and family.
I am deeply indebted to each member of my thesis committee. Its chair, Keith Whittington, was the first to suggest that I read state constitutions, and has since spent countless hours discussing them with me. Keith’s assiduity, encyclopedic knowledge, and incisive vision have immeasurably strengthened this work and all of my scholarship. Paul Frymer has consistently steered me toward big and meaningful questions, and served as an endless source of new ideas, support, and advice. I could not have written this without him. While working on her own book about state constitutions, Amy Bridges not only encouraged me to pursue this project, but also shared her exhaustive research, unique expertise, and considerable insights. Over the course of several years and many drafts, and from all the way across the country, Amy has given me invaluable guidance. Last, but certainly not least, I was privileged to have Kim Scheppele serve on my committee. Beginning with my first days of graduate school, Kim has urged me to think across disciplinary boundaries, offered ingenious suggestions about my research, and championed my work with boundless energy. I do not know what I would do without her. Thank you, all.
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