PSCI 420 - Religion & Politics In America

Institution:

Northeastern Illinois University

Subject:

Political Science

Description:

This course investigates the religious factor in American political life by examining the historical and contemporary effect of religion on political culture, political coalitions, individual political behavior, and public policy. The perspectives of the American founders on the relationship between church and state and the religion clauses in Article IV and the First Amendment will be assessed. We will also look at the major Supreme Court decisions on the meaning of the establishment clause and free exercise clauses in the US Constitution. We will examine the role of the courts in refereeing conflicts over religion in America.

Credits:

3.00

Credit Hours:

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Additional Information:

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Institution Website:

www.neiu.edu/

Phone Number:

(773) 583-4050

Regional Accreditation:

North Central Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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