This indicator was developed to encourage inquiry into how the U.S. Constitution shapes the actions of governments and politics, draws its authority from the people, and defines the extent and limits of government power and the rights of citizens. Thi

Grade(s): 12

Subject(s): Social Studies

Year: 2019

James Otis Lecture 2020 (Full Program)

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The 2020 James Otis Lecture will feature Richard Gergel, United States district judge, providing an informative presentation about his book “Unexampled Courage,” which details the impact of the...
Introduction | James Otis Lecture 2016
Episode 1

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The South Carolina Chapter of the American Board of Trial Advocates (SC ABOTA) presents the Eighth Annual James Otis Lecture Series in observance of National Constitution Day. The topic for the 2016...
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Question and answer at the 2015 James Otis Lecture.
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Episode 4

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Sam Mabry moderates the question and answer session for the 2014 James Otis Lecture Series on the Magna Carta.