POL 365 Civil Rights and Liberties

A study of the constitutional text, federal and state legislation and regulations, major writings and speeches, and court decisions regarding the recognition, evolution, and enforcement of provisions of the Bill of Rights and similar liberties which afford individuals and groups rights and liberties against the government and against other parties. Particular attention will be paid to the protections afforded to speech, religion, assembly, voting, and those liberty interests identified and expanded in the 20th century. Prerequisite(s): POL 202. Recommended HIS 218. 3 hour(s).