Political Science 318 - The Law and Politics of Abortion in the United States

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Colgate University

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T. Byrnes The abortion controversy has been one of the most enduring conflicts in contemporary American politics. The course examines this struggle, considering not only the political strategies and tactics used by proponents and opponents of abortion, but also what this controversy tells us about the way the American political system handles (or fails to handle) conflict and issues of principle. Special emphasis is placed upon the activities of interest groups, the roles of the courts and Congress, and the implications of the abortion debate for Constitutional doctrines of separation of church and state. Prerequisite: POSC 150 or 151, or WMST 202, or permission of instructor.

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3.00

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Institution Website:

www.colgate.edu

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(315) 228-1000

Regional Accreditation:

Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools

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Semester

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