Comparative Constitutional Law Seminar.

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Examine the goals, methods, and practical relevance of comparative constitutional analysis, and compare approaches to separation of powers, judicial review, federalism, structural safeguards of democracy, and constitutional protection of human rights, including equality and free expression and socioeconomic rights. Develop both breadth and depth of knowledge by covering a wide range of topics through weekly readings, assignments, and discussions, and write a research paper to deepen understanding of a topic chosen by the student.