Examines in depth various philosophical and legal justifications of First Amendment rights of speech, press, association, and religion. Assesses these justifications in relation to broader normative theories of liberal democracy. Can also be taken for American field credit. Prereq., PSCI 2004. Recommended prereq., PSCI 2481. Prerequisites: Restricted to students with 27-180 credits (Sophomores, Juniors or Seniors) only.
