Overview
This course explores how politics can influence constitutional law, specifically focusing on the Supreme Court of the United States. The learning outcomes include understanding the various ways to interpret the US Constitution, analyzing the consequences of different interpretative approaches, and examining the impact of political influences on judicial decision-making. The course teaches skills such as critical analysis of legal and political issues, evaluating the role of the President in judicial appointments, and proposing constitutional amendments. The teaching method involves lecture-style content delivery with a focus on historical and contemporary examples. The intended audience for this course includes individuals interested in law, politics, constitutional studies, and the intersection of these fields.
Syllabus
What Influences Supreme Court Decision Making?
The President's Role in Judicial Appointments
Impact of Antonin Scalia's Death on the Court
Merrick Garland's Selection Evokes Controversy
Trump Selects Conservative Neil Gorsuch
Is the Constitution to Blame for Political Issues?
Proposing a Constitutional Amendment
Influence of Politics on Constitutional Law
Taught by
Wondrium
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It a course that can give you good basic knowledge regarding Constitutional Law and its relation with Politics in the USA context. Even without to advanced knowledge, it's easy to follow and develop a idea of the Supreme Court, how is the judges are appointed and the politics issues envolved.