POLITICAL SCIENCE 225 - The American Presidency

Institution:

Hobart William Smith Colleges

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Description:

This course examines presidential powers from both historical and contemporary perspectives. It places the presidency within the broader analytical context of James MacGregor Burns' notion of "the deadlock of democracy," and assesses whether the office of the presidency has the power needed to translate presidential objectives into public policy during a time of resource scarcity. Finally, it assesses proposed policy recommendations for constitutional and procedural reform. (Staf f, offered alternate year s; subfield: AMER

Credits:

3.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

WWW.HWS.EDU

Phone Number:

(315) 781-3000

Regional Accreditation:

Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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