Fall 2006

GOV 310L • American Government- Honors

Course Description

Fulfills first half of legislative requirement for government. Designed for Plan II Honors students. We will explore a variety of topics including the Constitution, federalism, interest groups, public opinion and voting, election and campaigns, the presidency, the Congress, the Courts, and public policy. The focus is on both nuts-and-bolts information and the controversies and debates that interest scholars and concern citizens. You will be asked to consume and produce critical analyses.

Grading Policy

Discussion/Participation 10% Midterm 1 20% Midterm 2 20% Essay 1 25% Essay 2 25%

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