YoVDO

Is America Due for a Third Founding? - Democratic Renewal and Constitutional Evolution

Offered By: The Aspen Institute via YouTube

Tags

American History Courses Constitutional Law Courses Democracy Courses Reconstruction Era Courses Civil Rights Courses Social Justice Courses Civic Engagement Courses American Politics Courses

Course Description

Overview

Save Big on Coursera Plus. 7,000+ courses at $160 off. Limited Time Only!
Explore the concept of a potential "third founding" for America in this thought-provoking 52-minute talk from The Aspen Institute. Delve into the historical context of the nation's "second founding" during the Reconstruction era, examining how the post-Civil War amendments transformed the Constitution and expanded the definition of "We the People." Analyze the current democratic challenges facing the United States and consider what new understandings and reforms might be necessary to ensure democratic renewal and address ongoing societal issues.

Syllabus

Is America Due for a Third Founding?


Taught by

The Aspen Institute

Related Courses

Understanding Europe: Why It Matters and What It Can Offer You
HEC Paris via Coursera Democracia y decisiones públicas. Introducción al análisis de políticas públicas
Universitat Autònoma de Barcelona (Autonomous University of Barcelona) via Coursera Making Government Work in Hard Places
Princeton University via NovoEd JuryX: Deliberations for Social Change
Harvard University via edX Human Rights: The Right to Freedom of Expression
Amnesty International via edX