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4.00 Credits
Judicial interpretation of the Constitution, with particular emphasis upon separation of powers, presidential powers, relationship between state and national government, control of interstate commerce, and jurisdiction of the courts.
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4.00 Credits
Judicial interpretation of the Constitution in the areas of civil liberties, freedom of speech, freedom of religion, rights of persons accused of crimes, citizenship, and the government’s responsibility to protect persons from discrimination.
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4.00 Credits
An examination of political parties in the American system. Comparison with party systems in other democratic countries, independent voters, third parties, proposed reforms, and the nature of the electorate. Satisfies with Political Science Department Chair’s signature, the state code requirement in U.S. Constitution and California State and Local Government.
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4.00 Credits
An examination of the organization and operation of the American Congress. For comparative purposes, legislatures in selected American states and Western European democracies will be briefly considered. Satisfies, with Political Science Department Chair’s signature, the state code requirement in U.S. Constitution and California State and Local Government.
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4.00 Credits
An examination of the place of the Presidency in the American governmental system. Emphasis will be placed upon the interplay between the president and other elements of the system, particularly the Congress, the bureaucracy, and the media. Satisfies, with Political Science Department Chair’s signature, the state code requirements in U.S. Constitution and California State and Local Government.
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4.00 Credits
Analysis of the California political system. Attention is given to governmental institutions, but primary emphasis is upon parties, interest groups, public opinion, ideologies, and leadership. Satisfies, with Political Science Department Chair’s signature, the state code requirement in California State and Local Government. Can be used to fulfill prerequisite courses for M.P.A. program for structure of state and local government agencies, as well as the political science requirement for the California Cultural Studies major.
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4.00 Credits
The role of interest groups in the American policy-making process. Group formation, the influence of money and P.A.C.s on election outcomes and lobbying reform. Satisfies, with Political Science Department Chair’s signature, the state code requirement in U.S. Constitution and California State and Local Government.
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4.00 Credits
An introduction to the field of public administration, with emphasis upon bureaucratic life, leadership, and decision-making.
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4.00 Credits
The role of the mass media in American political life. Emphasis on television, news magazines, major newspapers, and political columnists, and their interrelationship with American political institutions. Page 314 Political Science Sonoma State University 2006-2008 Catalog
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2.00 - 5.00 Credits
Field experience in city, county, state, and federal agencies. May be repeated three times for credit. Note that no more than a total of 6 internship and special studies units may be counted in the 40-unit major. Prerequisite: prior arrangement with a faculty member. Cr/NC Only.
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