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3.00 Credits
A theoretical examination of the roles that these two different types of groups play in politics and an empirical examination of what they do and how they do it. Although the primary focus is on the U.S. political system, some comparative material will be presented. Offered winter semester. Prerequisite: PLS 102 or junior standing.
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Prerequisite: PLS 102 or junior standing.
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3.00 Credits
An examination of the interrelationships among the modern president, Congress, and the federal bureaucracy, stressing contemporary forces and personalities affecting the relationship. Offered fall semester. Prerequisite: PLS 102 or junior standing.
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Prerequisite: PLS 102 or junior standing.
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3.00 Credits
This course examines the constitutional foundations of the power relationship between the federal government and the states, among the three branches of the federal government, and between the government and the individual, with special emphasis given to the role of the Supreme Court in a democratic political system. Fulfills one of the Themes requirements. Offered fall semester. Prerequisite: PLS 102 or junior standing.
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Prerequisite: PLS 102 or junior standing.
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3.00 Credits
Civil liberties and civil rights. Constitutional principles, theories of constitutional interpretation, Supreme Court rulings, political consequences of rulings, and political and legal factors that influence Supreme Court decisions, especially civil rights decisions. Fulfills one of the Themes requirements. Offered winter semester. Prerequisite: PLS 102 or junior standing.
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Prerequisite: PLS 102 or junior standing.
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3.00 Credits
Explores contemporary issues in health policy and politics. The course will present the historical context, institutions, participants, and issues that structure health policy. Cross-listed with PA 310. Course offered fall semester. Prerequisite: PLS 102 or PNH 270 or junior standing.
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Prerequisite: PLS 102 or PNH 270 or junior standing.
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3.00 Credits
Analysis of the causes of war and conditions for peace. Topics also include peacekeeping operations and the outcomes and ethics of war. Offered winter semester. Prerequisite: PLS 211 or junior standing.
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Prerequisite: PLS 211 or junior standing.
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3.00 Credits
Survey of factors and forces that shape the making and implementation of U.S. foreign and defense policy. Emphasis on the perceptions of decision-makers, the impact of the policy-making process on decisions, and actual policies made since World War II. Offered fall and winter semesters. Prerequisite: PLS 102 or PLS 211 or junior standing.
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Prerequisite: PLS 102 or PLS 211 or junior standing.
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3.00 Credits
Analysis of the major global and regional institutions that promote order and cooperation in the international system, including the United Nations, World Bank, European Union, and NATO. Explores the theory and practice of government and nongovernment organizations in addressing issues such as poverty, human rights, and the environment. Offered winter semester of even-numbered years. Prerequisite: PLS 211 or junior standing.
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Prerequisite: PLS 211 or junior standing.
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3.00 Credits
A study of the general principles of international law with emphasis on the role of law in political and economic relations of nations. Offered winter semester of odd-numbered years. Prerequisite: PLS 211 or junior standing.
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Prerequisite: PLS 211 or junior standing.
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3.00 Credits
Analysis of the politics of international economic relations, with an emphasis on globalization, regional integration, trade, foreign investment, debt, and foreign aid. Offered winter semester. Prerequisite: One of PLS 211, ECO 200, ECO 210, or ECO 211.
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Prerequisite: One of PLS 211, ECO 200, ECO 210, or ECO 211.
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