PLSC 314 - The U.S. Supreme Court: Law and Politics

Introduction to the U.S. Supreme Court as a unique legal-political institution within the American political system. Topics covered include: Court procedures and decision-making, constitutional history, the nature of its judicial power, the Court’s changing role in American politics and society, and the divide between “legal insiders” and political scientists in terms of how each group studies and views the Court’s decision-making. No prior knowledge of the Supreme Court is presumed.

Prerequisites & Notes: PLSC 250 or instructor permission
Credits: 5
Grade Mode: Letter