Course

Case Studies in Democracy

Jul 23, 2026 - Aug 20, 2026

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Full course description

Description

Is our democracy broken? History offers hope. Consider five pivotal cases in U.S. History from three centuries as decision makers would have, through background reading on the issues. Read the case (about 30 pages each) on your own; in class, analyze and wrestle with the issues and options decision makers faced. Experience history in a more immersive way and emerge with a greater appreciation of the strengths, weaknesses and resilience of American Democracy. Required text: Democracy: A Case Study by David Moss ($20).

Class Time(s)1:00 PM - 2:30 PM EST

Schedule

Day Date Time (EST)
Thursday July 23, 2026 1:00 PM - 2:30 PM EST
Thursday July 30, 2026 1:00 PM - 2:30 PM EST
Thursday August 6, 2026 1:00 PM - 2:30 PM EST
Thursday August 13, 2026 1:00 PM - 2:30 PM EST
Thursday August 20, 2026 1:00 PM - 2:30 PM EST

InstructorEarl Richardson

Earl Richardson, PhD in public administration, has a passion for leading nonprofits and volunteer groups. A retired Air Force officer, he has taught in the military, higher education and the space program.

LocationTBA

# of Meeting(s)5

Notes

Required text: Democracy: A Case Study by David Moss ($23) for paperback