Government [307] - Seminar in War Powers - Law, Policy and Practice

Institution:

Hamilton College

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Description:

Examination of legal and policy issues surrounding the nation's use of armed force, including the constitutional distribution of war powers; the national security structure and the roles of various civilian and military decision makers; the import and relationship of relevant national and international laws, including their effect on policy decisions and implementation. Wide range of case studies include: the "War on Terrorism" with focus on drone attacks, preventive detention, interrogation and military commissions; the Kosovo intervention; and the Iran-Contra scandal. Open to senior concentrators or with permission of the instructor. Maximum enrollment, 12.

Credits:

3.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.hamilton.edu

Phone Number:

(315) 859-4011

Regional Accreditation:

Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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