PSC 305 ,306 - U.S.Congress

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Muhlenberg College

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This course addresses several empirical and analytical questions about Congress and the legislative process: What does Congress do How do members of Congress get elected and stay in office How do legislators "represent" us How does the institution of Congress function as a lawmaking body What really mattersin congressional decisionmaking processes How has Congress and congressional lawmaking changed throughout U.S. history In brief, this course is organized around the history, members, workings, and future of the U.S. Congress. Prerequisite: PSC 101 Introduction to American National Government or permission of instructor. Meets general academic requirement W when offered as 306.

Credits:

4.00

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Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.muhlenberg.edu

Phone Number:

(484) 664-3100

Regional Accreditation:

Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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