IN PERSON: Explore the evolving power of the presidency and the checks designed to restrain it. Why did the Founders structure government as they did? How has executive power expanded, and at what cost? This course examines key mechanisms of redress, including separation of powers, federalism, and the role of the military in domestic affairs. We’ll discuss the free press amid growing challenges, the influence of parties and interest groups, and the president’s control over the bureaucracy. Additional topics will include immigration, regulation, intelligence agencies, and the Federal Reserve. Students will gain a deeper understanding of the Constitution’s safeguards as well as the ongoing struggle to maintain balance in government. | Lecture + Q&A, Facilitated discussion.
Max enrollment: 24.
Location: Judea Reform Congregation, 1933 W. Cornwallis Rd, Durham NC 27705
