POS 150 - Introduction to American Politics

Institution:

Central Maine Community College

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Description:

3 Credits (3 Lecture 0 Lab 0 Shop) 3 Hrs/Wk (3 Hrs. Lecture) *15 wks This course will introduce the student to the fundamentals of American politics. Students will study and analyze the many different aspects of United States politics, including political culture, the founding period, the constitution, the federal system, public opinion and the mass media, campaigns and elections, political parties, interest groups, Congress, the presidency, the bureaucracy, the judiciary, public policies, civil liberties, civil rights and international and defense policies. In addition, the student will study and analyze how power operates as a part of political culture, various institutions and important actors within American politics.

Credits:

3.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.cmcc.edu

Phone Number:

(207) 755-5100

Regional Accreditation:

New England Association of Schools and Colleges

Calendar System:

Semester

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