Constitutional Law: Separation of Powers, Federalism, and Fourteenth Amendment B2
Spring term, Block G
M,T,W 3:15 PM - 4:35 PM
Visiting Professor William Forbath
4 classroom credits LAW-21000A
This course offers an introduction to American constitutional law. It focuses on the institution of judicial review; on some aspects of constitutional structure--the principles of federalism and separation of powers; and on the equal protection and due process clauses of the Fourteenth Amendment. It also examines the role of the Constitution and of judicial review historically in the broader political life of the nation and theoretically in the enterprise of constitutional democracy. Finally, attention is given to the role of other actors besides the courts in interpreting the Constitution and shaping constitutional development.