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L9698 Constitutional Ideas of the Founding Era

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This seminar examines concepts of freedom and government at the time of the founding. Topics include: theories of liberty, government, and regulation; revolution; types of constitutions; the drafting of constitutions; judicial review; freedom of the press. Most of the readings are primary sources.

Type: Seminar
Level: Upperclass
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Section Offerings for 2012-13

Course No. Term Name
& Section Instructor(s) Schedule Location
L9698-001 13S Constitutional Ideas of the Founding Era
P. Hamburger R 4:20 PM-6:10 PM GRHL 646

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