Sociology [373] - Seminar on the Constitution and Social Policy

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Hamilton College

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The U.S. Constitution is frequently invoked in public debates over social policy - e.g., concerning gun violence, marriage recognition and euthanasia. Examines such questions as what role does the Constitution play in the operation of policy-making institutions? Have constitutional arguments and considerations become increasingly prevalent in the making of American social policy and, if so, why? What are the discursive, cultural and institutional effects of deploying constitutional arguments in social policy-making? Prerequisite, Includes an analysis of anti-poverty initiatives, gun ownership, the death penalty, abortion rights, marriage, sexuality and procreation, and the right to die. Prerequisite, two social science courses or consent of instructor. Maximum enrollment, 12.

Credits:

3.00

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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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