Question

A man from a foreign country obtained a doctorate in political science from a state university and applied to teach there. The man was denied employment at the university under a state law requiring all teachers within the state to be United States citizens.Is the state's citizenship requirement constitutional as it applies to the man?A Yes, because states have the right to set minimal standards for state employees under the Tenth Amendment.B Yes, because a university political science teacher would exert a great deal of influence over the attitudes of students toward government, the political process, and citizenship.C No, because the citizenship requirement is not rationally related to a legitimate state interest.D No, because the citizenship requirement is not necessary to achieve a compelling state interest.

Answer 1

Answer:

D No, because the citizenship requirement is not necessary to achieve a compelling state interest.

Explanation:

Option A is incorrect, because the Tenth Amendment reserves to the states power not granted to the federal government.

Option B is incorrect, because it states the standard that the Supreme Court has applied to primary and secondary school teachers.

Option C is also incorrect, because it states the wrong standard.

Hence, Option D is correct, because a state generally may not discriminate against aliens or foreigners absent a compelling state interest, and no compelling interest is served by prohibiting aliens or foreigners from teaching at a state university.