Description
The course provides an introductory overview of the American political system. It begins with the principles of the Declaration of Independence, Constitution, Bill or Rights and develops their impact on the Nation. It also covers the avenues and means of democratic citizenship and political influence in American politics. The course further examines the major political institutions in America: Congress, Presidency, Bureaucracy, Courts, and State. In order to assess the impact of government on society, the course concludes with an exploration of public policy. (Meets state requirement in United States Constitution and California Government.) (3 units; Multicultural; Fall, Spring)