Political Science 101 - American Politics

Fall
2021
01
4.00
Raymond La Raja

TU TH 4:00PM 5:15PM

UMass Amherst
19403
Thompson Hall room 102
laraja@umass.edu
Introduction to and overview of American government. Emphasis on understanding American political institutions such as the Congress, the presidency, and the courts in light of democratic theory and values. Examination of the electoral process; how government institutions respond to demands for public policies. (Gen.Ed. SB)
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