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3.00 Credits
Campaigns and elections are vital components of democracy in the United States. In this course, we examine how candidates, parties, and citizens participate in the electoral process. Topics covered throughout the semester include candidate recruitment, voting behavior, advocacy groups, campaign finance, and the impact of new technology on voter mobilization.
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3.00 Credits
This course examines the role that race plays in the development of American politics. The class investigates definitions of race, how they have evolved, and how they continue to influence policy debates. This seminar assesses the impact that different racial groups, and their struggles for equality, have had on American democracy. This course examines the leading theoretical frameworks and empirical findings to analyze the relationship between race and American political development.
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3.00 Credits
This course is an introduction to public policy. It is focused on the factors that affect policymaking in the United States.
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3.00 Credits
An overview of the politics of law. We examine such questions as the sources and existence of law, the legal process in civil and criminal cases, the nature of rights and the search for justice through participation in the legal system. Addresses specific issues such as plea bargaining and jury trials, personal injury lawsuits, national security and police powers, and the nomination and confirmation of federal judges.
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3.00 Credits
Examines the political and institutional role of the U.S. Supreme Court in the development of the American legal system, the separation of powers between the executive, legislative, and judicial branches of the federal government, and the relationship between the federal government and the states. The course focuses on the analysis of Supreme Court cases as well as political science and legal scholarship.
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3.00 Credits
Examines the political and institutional role of the Supreme Court in the development of the U.S. system of civil liberties, the relationship between judicial decisions and state actions affecting rights such as free speech, religion, and privacy, and the underlying theories of civil liberty in a democratic society. The course focuses on the analysis of Supreme Court cases as well as political science and legal scholarship.
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3.00 Credits
A comparative survey of historical fascist regimes and contemporary populist governance, mainly in Europe and Latin America. Contemporary populist rule is frequently equated with fascism but the differences are significant. In this course we will examine the differences and similarities between the two regime types.
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3.00 Credits
The study of political science has become increasingly urban but peasant movements remain a significant political force around the world, particularly in less-developed regions. In this course we will study peasants and their politics worldwide from both a historical and contemporary perspective.
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3.00 Credits
An examination of the American foreign policy-making process as well as an analysis of the major problems facing the United States in its interaction with the international environment.
Prerequisite:
(PSC 1200 FOR LEVEL UG WITH MIN. GRADE OF D- OR PSC 1300 FOR LEVEL UG WITH MIN. GRADE OF D-) OR (PSC 1400 FOR LEVEL UG WITH MIN. GRADE OF D- OR PSC 1710 FOR LEVEL UG WITH MIN. GRADE OF D-) OR PSC 2700 FOR LEVEL UG WITH MIN. GRADE OF D-
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1.00 Credits
This is a faculty-advised, student-led simulation course. Students are exposed to the decision-making procedures of one of two major international organizations: The United Nations or The European Union. Through role-play, students will represent countries, delegates, prime ministers, foreign ministers, and government officials. Whenever possible, the organization represented in a given semester (UN or EU) will be chosen based on the opportunity to attend a conference where students will apply the concepts learned throughout the semester.
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