Law of US Democracy

Course Number: 84-633

This course will examine democracy from a legal perspective. It will include sections on civil rights, and in particular minority voting rights. It will also cover legal and constitutional constructs, like the Elections Clause, how and when a state can restrict ballot access for candidates, associational rights for political parties, campaign finance legal frameworks, and other things, all while reading the Supreme Court cases relevant to these topics. 

Academic Year: 2025-2026
Semester(s): Spring
Units: 12
Location(s): Pittsburgh