POS 2013 - Women and Politics

Institution:

Manhattanville College

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Description:

This course will acquaint students with theoretical as well as empirical analyses of the role of women in the political system. One of the main areas of emphasis is the relationship between women's roles in the "private sphere", and their integration intothe "public sphere." Special attention will be given to women'slobbying groups and political participation, as well as voting patterns ("gender gap"). The impact of the feminist movementin the United States and its effect on women's political consciousness, discourse, and political action will be addressed in considerable detail. ( Fall)

Credits:

3.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.manhattanville.edu

Phone Number:

(914) 694-2200

Regional Accreditation:

Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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