POS110 — American National Government
POS 110 - American National Government POS 110 - American National Government Description: Introduction to the historical backgrounds, governing principles, and institutions of the United States national government. Topics include the basic concepts, institutions and substance of American politics: separation of powers, representational democracy, rule of law, equality under law, federalism, public opinion interest groups and the election process. Exploration of the cultural and racial environment, impact of gender, class and immigration status, the rights of American Indians/Native peoples and Tribal Nations and the expansion of civil liberties for all Americans. General Education Competency: Diversity Lecture: 3 Lab: 0 Course Content: History of politics in America Articles of Confederation and Constitution Federalism Congress Presidency Judiciary Civil rights & liberties Gerrymandering Bureaucracy Public opinion Elections Political parties Learning