Dr. Scott Waller explains the powers of the judicial branch and how its role has changed over time.
Dr. Scott Waller explains the powers of the legislative branch and the process of lawmaking.
Dr. Scott Waller explains the powers of the executive branch and describes how the role of the president has changed over time.
Dr. Scott Waller discusses the politics that surrounded the Civil War. He shows how these political forces continue to influence America today.
Dr. Scott Waller teaches the basics of the American electoral process. He analyzes historical election trends and landmarks, both past and present.
Dr. Scott Waller explains the principles of Jeffersonian government. He outlines how these views affected the early development of the national government.
Dr. Scott Waller explains the powers of the president outlined in the Constitution.
Dr. Scott Waller explains the role of government in controlling factions and shows how this is relevant to policy today.
Dr. Scott Waller discusses the dangers of tyrannical government. He shows how the checks and balances put in place by the Constitution work to prevent such a government.
Dr. Scott Waller discusses the differences between federalist and anti-federalist thought.
Dr. Scott Waller explains how the Declaration of Independence reflects the modernist ideology of the social contract. He explains some of the fundamental concepts behind American government.