BUREAU organizes “The Case for New Constitutions” at LSU

“The Case for New Constitutions” Considers Radical Constitutional Reform in the U.S. and Abroad

 

Following a welcome reception, the event kicks off with the 5 p.m. screening of Blueberry Soup, a documentary by Eileen Jerrett chronicling the aftermath of Iceland’s financial collapse that led to re-writing of the nation’s constitution. The film is a deeply touching account of an eclectic group of individuals reinventing democracy, using 21st century media such as Facebook and Twitter.

 

At 6:30 pm, guest speaker Professor Sanford Levinson of University of Texas School of Law will present arguments for a new Constitutional Convention in the United States and challenge the idea that fundamental governmental principles should remain static over time. A leading critic of the U.S. Constitution and excessive presidential power, Professor Levinson will draw from the extensive research behind his recent book, Our Undemocratic Constitution: Where the Constitution Goes Wrong (and How We the People Can Correct It).

 

The Case for New Constitutions: A Film Event with Guest Speaker Professor Sanford Levinson

 

March 27, 2014, LSU Law Center, McKernan Auditorium
4:30 Welcome reception with food and drink

5:00 Film screening: Blueberry Soup, directed by Eileen Jerrett (80 min)

6:30 Guest Speaker: Professor Sanford Levinson, University of Texas School of Law

Followed by Q&A with the director, Prof. Levinson, and Prof. Scott Sullivan, LSU Law

 

BUREAU organized  and co-sponsored this program with LSU Law Center, International Law Society & American Constitution Society.