Social values conflict – legitimately. Resolving complex issues within a stable social framework requires citizens who can interact with each other and negotiate their differences.
A skillful citizen is very much like a competent judge.
- Listen to evidence, analyze legal positions, weigh evidence and make best possible decision under the law.
Students engaging in the role of inquirer within Jurisprudential context need competencies in three areas:
- American creed (values) and familiarity with principles in the Constitution/Declaration of Independence
- Skills for clarifying and resolving issues
- A knowledge of contemporary political and public issues
This is a study of specific issues and legal cases, not a general study of values.
Public Policy controversies are at the heart of this model. Public policy issues are: Questions involving a choice or a decision for action by citizens or officials in affairs that concern a governement or community.”
Framing public policy: General questions and specific personal choices.
- Should U.S. citizens be allowed to travel to Cuba?
- Should I write my Congressman to protest draft laws?
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