POLS 411 - American Political Institutions

Institution:

Saint Louis University-Main Campus

Subject:

Political Science

Description:

Course examines design and contemporary function of America’s political institutions, including the three constitutionally-defined branches of government, parties and interest groups. Historical and contemporary readings on organization of Congress and the Executive; mobilization of societal interests for political action; how representative and responsive these institutions are; whether they produce “good” policy.

Credits:

3.00

Credit Hours:

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.slu.edu

Phone Number:

(314) 977-2222

Regional Accreditation:

North Central Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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