Location: University of Stuttgart, Campus Stadtmitte, Keplerstr. 17, Room 17.92 (KII), 70174 Stuttgart
Language: English
Entry: Free
Registration: Please register via anmeldung@daz.org
Since its ratification in 1787, the U.S. Constitution has been the foundation of American democracy, defining its legal and political framework. As power dynamics shift and legal disputes shape the national landscape, fundamental questions about the strength of democratic institutions arise. How resilient is the U.S. Constitution in times of political and societal change? How independent is the judiciary? What challenges do constitutional norms face in an era of increasing polarization?
Law professor Kimberly Wehle will explore the role of the Supreme Court, the limits of executive power, and the broader implications for democracy. As a professor at the University of Baltimore School of Law, she researches and teaches constitutional law, civil procedure, administrative law, and the federal courts, including the Supreme Court. Join us for an in-depth discussion on the enduring strength—and potential vulnerabilities—of America’s founding document.
With: Kimberly Wehle, University of Baltimore
In cooperation with: University Stuttgart (Institute of Economics and Law), The United Nations Association of Germany
is a law professor, bestselling author, and prominent legal analyst focused on constitutional law, civil procedure, and administrative law. As former federal prosecutor and Associate Independent Counsel, she contributes to major media outlets including ABC, The Atlantic, and NPR. Wehle’s scholarship and books make complex legal concepts accessible to the public, and she regularly appears on national news to explain key issues in American democracy and the rule of law.
