Law And Politics

The law is deeply political. How so? In your answer, make sure you address the difference between “law in books” and “law in action.”

Law and Symbolism

The law and courts are steeped in symbolism. How so? What is the purpose of this symbolism? Please be specific.

Direct vs. Representative Democracy

What is democracy? How does direct democracy differ from representative democracy? What elements of each do we have at the national level in the United States and which elements of each do we have at the state level in Washington? Please be specific. Finally, what are the strengths and weaknesses of each?