Case Dismissed: A Teenager's Guide to the Supreme Court
Carter Higgins
17 episodes
1 week ago
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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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.
Case Dismissed: A Teenager's Guide to the Supreme Court
6 minutes 16 seconds
3 years ago
Baker v. Carr (1961)
In this episode, I examine the case that established the Supreme Court’s jurisdiction over redistricting disputes: Baker v. Carr. In the coming weeks, keep an eye out for Shaw v. Reno, 1993, a case that expanded upon the Baker precedent! Enjoy, everyone, and stay healthy!
Note: in an effort to keep episodes shorter and beat the AP exam season - both of which impact my classmates - I am putting a halt to inviting guests until I finish uploading all 15 required SCOTUS cases for the AP Government course. After that, though, I will continue having guests talk about past Supreme Court cases not included in the AP Government curriculum and current Court cases, such as Carson v. Makin, Dobbs v. Jackson Women's Health Organization, and more - and all in the heat of the waiting of the Court's opinions!
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.
