Dr. James J. Magee
Professor
Political Science and International Relations
454 Smith Hall
Phone: (302) 831-6864
jjmagee@udel.edu
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James Magee, PhD (University of Virginia, 1975) joined the Department in 1976 and specializes in Public Law with an emphasis on American Constitutional Law and the Supreme Court. Professor Magee has twice received both the University's Excellence in Teaching Award and the University's Excellence in Advising Award. He teaches courses in US constitutional law and American politics and directs a UD study abroad program in Italy. He is the author of Freedom of Expression (2002) and Mr. Justice Black (1982). His current research centers on the First Amendment. From 2002 until 2007, he served as Chair of the Department.
Recent Publications:
Review Essay 'Politics, Judicial Review, and the Separation of Powers,' Journal of Legislative Studies (June 2007).
'Evolving Boundaries of Freedom of Speech and Press,' Muslim Public Affairs Journal (April 2006).
'Public Displays of Religious Symbols,' in Otis H. Stephens, John M. Scheb, and Kara E. Stooksbury, eds., Encyclopedia of American Civil Rights and Liberties.Westport, CT: Greenwood Press, 2006.
Freedom of Expression. Westport, CT: Greenwood Press, 2002.
