Adrian Vermeule is een vooraanstaand rechtsgeleerde op het gebied van constitutioneel recht, die zich toelegt op onderzoek naar de administratieve staat en het ontwerp van instituties. Zijn werk duikt in fundamentele vragen over hoe samenlevingen worden georganiseerd en macht wordt beheerd via juridische en institutionele kaders. Vermeule's analyses bieden doordringende inzichten in de werking van de moderne staat en zijn juridische architectuur. Zijn academische werk biedt een cruciale lens om hedendaagse bestuurspraktijken te begrijpen.
The authors address concerns about the influence of unaccountable bureaucrats, referred to as the deep state, by advocating for a moral framework that promotes transparency and accountability in government. They argue that while the administrative state can appear daunting, it has the potential to operate on principled grounds, ensuring that rulemakers act ethically and do not misuse their power.
Adrian Vermeule critiques the prevailing legal approaches in America—originalism and living constitutionalism—and proposes an alternative rooted in the classical legal tradition. He advocates for "common good constitutionalism," emphasizing law's role in promoting justice, peace, and morality, aiming to recover this legacy in public law.
Combining constitutional theory with risk regulation, this groundbreaking work explores how legal frameworks can address and manage risks in society. It delves into the interplay between constitutional principles and the necessity of regulating various risks, offering a fresh perspective on governance and law. The book aims to provide insights into how constitutions can adapt to contemporary challenges, making it a significant contribution to both legal scholarship and public policy discussions.