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American Revolution: Declaration of Independence to Bill of Rights

May 11, 2026 | South Campus, Building T, Room 191

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  • May 11, 2026 - 10:00 AM
    • Politics and Government

    About the presentation

    Many Americans watched the excellent new Ken Burns series on the American Revolution. A fundamental part of the story turns on evolution of the colonies’ governance from idealism expressed in the Declaration of Independence to a constitutional government with a Bill of Rights. What historic concepts informed those who formed the union? What arguments shaped codification of these into legal documents? How did the conception of the Articles of Confederation lead to the American Constitution? These finer points of the American Revolution story will be explored in this class.

    • May 11, 2026 - 10:00 AM

    “About the Presenter: In his extensive career, Judge Marlinga has practiced before the Supreme Court of the United States – a distinct honor. In addition to serving as a Judge of the Michigan 16th District Court, Judge Marlinga was both Macomb County Prosecutor and an assistant U.S. Attorney. He received his law degree from the University of Michigan, and has also served as an adjunct college professor. Judge Marlinga is a celebrated presenter for the MORE Program. ”

    Judge Carl Marlinga
    Instructor

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