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Discussing Constitutional Philosophies

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5 Lessons
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    1. Philosophies Behind the Constitution
    A lesson with Peter Holm
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    Explore the philosophies behind the Constitution and why the founders wanted to establish functions and limits of the government to protect the people.

    Philosophies Behind the Constitution
    with Peter Holm

    Explore the philosophies behind the Constitution and why the founders wanted to establish functions and limits of the government to protect the people.

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    2. The Influence of John Locke
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    Explore the historical impact of constitutional philosopher John Locke on the shape of federal government and the people's rights in the United States.

    The Influence of John Locke
    with Peter Holm

    Explore the historical impact of constitutional philosopher John Locke on the shape of federal government and the people's rights in the United States.

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    3. The Influence of Montesquieu
    A lesson with Peter Holm
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    Learn about Montesquieu's influence on the structure of the government in the U.S., and question how the modern era highlights a need for separation.

    The Influence of Montesquieu
    with Peter Holm

    Learn about Montesquieu's influence on the structure of the government in the U.S., and question how the modern era highlights a need for separation.

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    4. Meaning of Constitutional Behavior
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    Examine how we use the terms legal and constitutional, and understand how the supremacy clause affects the Constitution and our behavior.

    Meaning of Constitutional Behavior
    with Peter Holm

    Examine how we use the terms legal and constitutional, and understand how the supremacy clause affects the Constitution and our behavior.

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    5. Executive Orders vs. Constitutional Law
    A lesson with Peter Holm
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    Gain an understanding of the difference between the authority behind an executive order decreed by the president and legislation passed by Congress.

    Executive Orders vs. Constitutional Law
    with Peter Holm

    Gain an understanding of the difference between the authority behind an executive order decreed by the president and legislation passed by Congress.