Examines (1) the political and social dynamics and interpretive methods that shape the constitutional decisions of the U. S. Supreme Court, and (2) the political impact of the Court's constitutional decisions and doctrines on political and social conditions. Emphasis given to the shift from judicial concern with governmental structures and powers to the contemporary concern with individual and group rights. 1 unit Meets the Critical Learning: AIM requirement. (Not offered 2025-26).

Prerequisite: consent of instructor or Political Science 200.

Degree requirement — Critical Learning: AIM

1 unit

Offerings

Term	Block	Title	Instructor	Location	Student Limit/Available	Updated
Spring 2025	Block 7	Constitutional Law in United States Politics	Doug Edlin	Palmer Hall 17	25 / 0	02/22/2025