Case Dismissed: A Teenager's Guide to the Supreme Court

Carter Higgins

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Case Dismissed: A Teenager's Guide to the Supreme Court

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McDonald v. Chicago (2010)
12/03/2022 | 4 min
For the final required SCOTUS case for the AP U.S. Government and Politics course, I examine the case that applied the Second Amendment to the states - more specifically, the individual right to bear arms: McDonald v. Chicago.
Citizens United v. FEC (2010)
06/03/2022 | 4 min
In this episode, I examine the controversial case that paved the way for corporations to spend unlimited amounts of money on elections: Citizens United v. FEC.
United States v. Lopez (1995)
03/03/2022 | 5 min
In this episode, I examine the case that further established - limited, rather - the powers of Congress under the Commerce Clause: United States v. Lopez. It is also my favorite required SCOTUS case for the A.P. Government course!
Shaw v. Reno (1993)
19/02/2022 | 3 min
In this episode, I examine the case that opined on race being a factor in redistricting: Shaw v. Reno.
Roe v. Wade (1973)
12/02/2022 | 4 min
In this episode, I examine the case that established a woman’s right to choose: Roe v. Wade.

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Su Case Dismissed: A Teenager's Guide to the Supreme Court

The United States Supreme Court has both preserved and challenged American democracy throughout its lifetime. From the cases that started it all to controversial justices and fomented rulings, this podcast dives deep into the Court's many decisions - all through the eyes of a high-schooler. Starting with the 15 required Supreme Court cases for the AP U.S. Government and Politics course, I will examine how the most important cases and rulings have shaped the Court. Sit back, relax - well, maybe get your notebook - and enjoy taking a historical tour through the United States' highest court.

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