Political Science 201 - American Politics Through Film
Spring
2020
01AE
0.00
F 1:25PM 2:15PM
UMass Amherst
50438
Machmer Hall room W-11
Movies are used to explore the development of American politics. The forces that shaped our politics early in the century (immigration, reform, religion), the rise of "big" government in the depression and World War II years (the new roles of the federal government, the enhanced presidency, internationalism, and anti-communism), and selected issues (race, gender, modern campaigns) prominent since the 1960s. The meaning of political democracy in America and how our understanding of it has adapted to changing times and conditions. (Gen.Ed. HS)
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Multiple required components--lab and/or discussion section. To register, submit requests for all components simultaneously.