Number
1
CCN
22289
Times
MWF 4-5pm
Location
VLSB2050
Course Description
This class is an introduction to the American political system. The course is designed to make you think about the logic of our government's institutions, and the consequences - both intended and unintended - of these institutions for the political behavior of citizens, legislators, and other political leaders and activists. Topics to be covered include the Constitution, American political culture, civil rights, the presidency, Congress, Supreme Court, political parties, elections, public opinion, and interest groups.
Please note the description is from Spring 2014
Instructor: Richard Ashcroft