This course covers the origins and functions of the Constitution, the evolution of executive and congressional powers, individual liberties, civil rights, and the nature of judicial power. Students will learn about the Marshall Court, the Commerce Clause, privacy rights, equal protection, affirmative action, and women's rights. The teaching method involves lectures on various constitutional law topics. This course is intended for individuals interested in gaining a comprehensive understanding of constitutional law.
Overview
Syllabus
- By This Professor
- 01: Origins and Functions of the Constitution
- 02: The Marshall Court and the Constitution
- 03: The Scope of the Executive Power
- 04: Congress and the New Deal Commerce Clause
- 05: Congress and the Commerce Clause Today
- 06: Individual Liberty: Contracts and Privacy
- 07: Liberty Disputed: Abortion and Gay Rights
- 08: Equal Protection and Civil Rights
- 09: The Affirmative Action Conundrum
- 10: Sex Discrimination and Women’s Rights
- 11: The Nature of the Judicial Power
- 12: The Politics of Constitutional Law
Taught by
Eric Berger, J.D.
