Yearly Archives: 2022

DQ1 Explain the difference between substantive due process and procedural due process. Give examples of both.   DQ2 Why do you think the Supreme Court moved so slowly in extending the due process clause to the states?

What is the difference between an agonist, partial agonist, antagonist and inverse agonist? Use an example of a psychiatric drug from each category explaining the mechanism of action.   Your discussion boards will be graded according to the following grading rubric:   Substantive answer to each post with references 4pts   *Substantive answers/posts to demonstrate […]

Judicial Review   Define judicial review. Discuss in 750-1,000 words how the courts interpret this concept and how it has evolved. Discuss whether you think judicial review, as it is interpreted by the courts today, gives too much power to the judicial branch, is too limited in its scope, or strikes the right balance. Give […]

The Separate But Equal Doctrine   Write an essay of 250-500 words in which you discuss whether or not there is any rationale for a separate but equal doctrine. Is there any part of society in which such a doctrine could be fairly implemented?   Include an introduction, conclusion, and title page.   A minimum […]

The Equal Protection Clause   Write an essay of 500-750 words on how the interpretation of the Equal Protection Clause has changed and what impact this change has had on public institutions, private enterprises and minorities.   A minimum of one to two resources are required for this assignment.   Prepare this assignment according to […]

Due Process   Write an essay of 1,250-1,500 words that describes the change in the interpretation of the due process clause. Discuss whether or not the earlier interpretations gave the benefit of the doubt to government power or private interests. You should also answer the question as to whether or not you think the present […]

Village School Board   You are the attorney for a village school board. The board wants to allow any teacher who so desires to provide a Christmas tree in the classroom during the Christmas season. They have invited you to the next board meeting to give your opinion as to whether the school district would […]

Religion and the Constitution   Examine the concept of establishment of religion and the relevancy of Zorach v. Clauson, 343 U.S. 306 (1952); Mueller v. Allen, 464 U.S. 388 (1983); and Rosenberger v. University of Virginia, 515 U.S. 819 (1995).   Write a 500-750 word essay that discusses the various court cases involving prisoner lawsuits […]

Freedom of Speech   Write an essay of 750-1000 words that reviews the time, place and manner restrictions on freedom of speech.   Define what time, place and manner restrictions are under the law.   Review the cases Hill v. Colorado, 530 U.S. 703 (2000) and Lee v. International Society of Krishna Consciousness, 505 U.S. […]