Political Science 208 - Political Parties & Elections
Spring
2025
01
3.00
Raymond La Raja
M W 5:30PM 6:20PM
UMass Amherst
51910
Hasbrouck Lab Add room 126
laraja@umass.edu
Analysis of the roles of political parties in elections and in government. Emphasis on elections and democratic theory; voting behavior; party organizations, PACs, and money in congressional and presidential elections; political parties and the governmental process; and parties as sources of continuity and vehicles for change in American politics.
Prior study of American politics is strongly recommended
Multiple required components--lab and/or discussion section. To register, submit requests for all components simultaneously.