PLTC 255 - Sex Matters U.S.Women and Politics

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Bates College

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During the last quarter of the twentieth century women made a visible entry into U.S. politics. Their political influence-as decisive voters, social movement activists, persuasive legislators, and more-is increasingly recognized. Are women in government making a difference in public policy or political practice How has politics shaped women's lives, as workers, mothers, and members of communities comprising the racial, class, sexual, and cultural mosaic of America This course examines these questions and women's changing political status using a gender lens to understand citizenship, politics, and women's political lives. Prerequisite(s): one course in politics, one course in women and gender studies, or one course in American cultural studies. Not open to students who have received credit for Political Science 255. Enrollment limited to 20. L. Hill.

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3.00

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Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.bates.edu/

Phone Number:

(207) 786-6000

Regional Accreditation:

New England Association of Schools and Colleges

Calendar System:

Four-one-four plan

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