Course Description

Introduction to the concept of constitutionalism with emphasis upon its historical origins and development in England and America. Examination of the role of law enforcement in the emergence of contract theory. Review of basic principles of limited government with emphasis upon the debate concerning the inclusion of the Bill of rights in the U.S. Constitution. Survey of the essential concepts of the U.S. Constitution such as separation of powers, checks ad balances, and federalism. Analysis of the impact of the Civil War Amendments and the subsequent incorporation of the Bill of Rights making them applicable o to the states.