Politics 120C - State and Capitalism in American Political Development

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University of California-Santa Cruz

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Description:

Examines the relationship between state and economy in the U.S. from the 1880s to the present, and provides a theoretical and historical introduction to the study of politics and markets. Focus is on moments of crisis and choice in U.S. political economy, with an emphasis on the rise of regulation, the development of the welfare state, and changes in employment policies. (Also offered as Legal Studies 120C. Students cannot receive credit for both courses.) Enrollment restricted to politics, Latin American and Latino studies/politics, and legal studies majors during priority enrollment only. Satisfies American History and Institutions Requirement. E. Bertram

Credits:

1.25

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Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.ucsc.edu/

Phone Number:

(831) 459-0111

Regional Accreditation:

Western Association of Schools and Colleges

Calendar System:

Quarter

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