Discussion (1L): Topics in Election Law

Catalog description

This seminar will cover selected topics in election law and the law of democracy. It will cover landmark cases concerning the right to vote, ballot access, redistricting, and campaign finance. Students will be assigned one or two long cases per week. Each week will include a one hour lecture or war story followed by a one hour dinner discussion. Class meets 4:00 PM-6:00 PM on Oct. 3, Oct. 17, Oct. 31, Nov. 7. Elements used in grading: Full attendance, reading of assigned materials, and active participation.