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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...
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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. This indicator also promotes inquiry into the reasons particular laws have been passed and the role of the federal and state judiciary system to resolve arising controversies.
Grade(s): 12
Subject(s): Social Studies
Year: 2019
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Participating students ask the presenting speakers questions around the right to privacy.
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Robert M. Wilcox, Esquire is the Dean of the University of South Carolina's School of Law. He explains how lawyers play a role throughout society.
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The topic for the 2016 James Otis Lecture is “The Right to Privacy in the 21st Century." Broadcast from the SC State Museum, the program’s featured speaker will be Joel W. Collins, Jr., Esquire...
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H. Sam Mabry, III, Esquire explained to participating students the purpose and reasons behind the James Otis Lecture series.
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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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Broadcast live from the State House in the House Chamber, the program’s featured speaker was South Carolina Chief Justice Jean Toal. Justice Toal talked about her personal experiences with the...
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Sam Mabry moderates the question and answer session for the 2014 James Otis Lecture Series on the Magna Carta.