POLI 2209

This course examines American political institutions and processes, including the presidency, congress, the federal court system, political parties, the media, and the electoral system. The course explores how these institutions and processes function within changing American Constitutional principles of the rule of law, federalism, shared/divided powers of government, individual and civil rights, as well as domestic and foreign policy. Different perspectives on how to understand political action, effectiveness, and engagement are considered. The course will also assist students in developing an understanding of role and actions of the United States in various global contexts.