Democracy Under Siege (APA2163.02)

Brian Campion & Susan Sgorbati

Money in politics, disrespect for the Constitution, low voter turnout, attacks on the press, the office of the President…Is the American Democracy under siege? What are the signs that it is or isn’t? If it is, what signs should Americans be looking for? Can it survive? What is a true democracy and where does it exist in the world? This series will bring together artists, local citizens, historians, social scientists and policy makers to examine these questions and discuss solutions.

Prerequisites: None.
Credits: 1
Th 7:00pm - 9:00pm (second seven weeks)
Maximum Enrollment: 20
Course Frequency:
This course is categorized as 2000, Advancement of Public Action, All courses, Brian Campion, Monday and/or Thursday Afternoons, One Credit, Second Seven Week, Susan Sgorbati.