Investigating American Presidents

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Free Online Course: Investigating American Presidents provided by The Great Courses Plus is a comprehensive online course, which lasts for 7 hours worth of material. The course is taught in English and is free of charge. Investigating American Presidents is taught by Paul Rosenzweig.

Overview
  • Join an acclaimed law professor for a timely, nonpartisan look at what happens when U.S. presidents are accused of abusing their power.

    Topics Covered:

    • By This Professor
    • 01: American Presidents and the Rule of Law
    • 02: Presidential Investigations through History
    • 03: Separation of Powers and the Presidency
    • 04: Watergate and the Special Prosecutor
    • 05: Rise and Fall of the Independent Counsel
    • 06: Can a Sitting President Be Indicted?
    • 07: Presidential Use and Abuse of Privileges
    • 08: Presidents, Prosecutors, and Public Opinion
    • 09: The Pardon Power and Its Limits
    • 10: Presidential Lies and Cover-Ups
    • 11: The Value of Investigative Reports
    • 12: The Law and Politics of Impeachment