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POLS 1002 - American Government


Credits: 3

An introduction to the structure and functioning of American national political institutions with an emphasis on the theory and practice of American democracy.  Students will study the political principles established by the U.S.Constitution and the roles played by the major institutions of the state: Congress, the Judicial Branch, and the Executive branch.  Special attention will also be placed on such areas as interest groups, political ideologies, public opinion, and mass media.

Prerequisite: none
General Education Code: SBSX
Elective Code(s): LART, SSCI
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