Assignment Task 1: Choose a Case: Pick a Supreme Court case that you find particularly interesting or relevant to your own life. This could be a case that deals with civil rights, personal freedoms, or legal principles that you care about. Some cases you might consider include:
- Brown v. Board of Education (1954) - Ending racial segregation in schools.
- Roe v. Wade (1973) - Legalizing abortion. Miranda v. Arizona (1966) - Establishing Miranda rights.
- Marbury v. Madison (1803) - Establishing judicial review.
- Obergefell v. Hodges (2015) - Legalizing same-sex marriage.
Feel free to choose any case that you feel a personal connection to, even if it's not on this list.
Assignment Task 2: Personal Reflection and Discussion:
1) In your post, address the following:
- Summary: Briefly summarize the case and its significance.
- Personal Connection: Why did you choose this case? How does it relate to your own experiences, beliefs, or interests?
- Personal Take: What is your personal opinion on the case? Do you agree or disagree with the decision? Why?
- Contemporary Relevance: How do you think the case's outcome continues to affect current legal and social issues?
2) What is one key concept or insight you gained from this chapter? Explain how this new understanding has impacted your view of government and its role in society.