Politics 104 - American Politics
American Politics
Spring
2022
02
4.00
Adam Hilton
TTH 10:00AM-11:15AM
Mount Holyoke College
117270
Reese 301
ahilton@mtholyoke.edu
Offers an overview of the American political system and the theories of those who both celebrate and criticize it. Focuses on the institutions of American politics, including the Constitution, the presidency, Congress, the courts, parties, elections, interest groups, and movements seeking political change. Also includes a theoretical focus: a critical examination of the varieties of liberalism, conservatism, pluralism, and democracy that inform the practice of American politics.
Limited to all first-years and all sophomores plus Politics majors and minors in the first week of pre-registration. Will open to all students in the second week of pre-registration.