POLS 1300 - U.S. National Government

Institution:

Lakeland Community College

Subject:

Political Science

Description:

This course provides an examination of the formation, structure, processes and fundamental political principles of the United States political system, including the development of the Constitution and the federal system, civil rights and liberties, public opinion and political participation, political parties and interest groups, the role of money and the media in the political system, political campaigns and elections, Congress and the legislative process, the presidency, and the federal judiciary. It focuses not only on the achievements of the political system but on its shortcomings as well, thus leading to consideration of the political challenges facing the system and suggestions for reform.

Credits:

3.00

Credit Hours:

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.lakelandcc.edu

Phone Number:

(440) 525-7000

Regional Accreditation:

North Central Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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