POLS 201 California State Government and Politics
This course provides an overview of main themes in the development of California state government and the political institutions, social and demographic trends, and public policies that give shape to its politics. We will focus on political theories that help us understand: 1) the major problems facing California and its communities, 2) the economic, social and political forces that have shaped California’s development, 3) the structure and role of government in addressing the state’s problems, and 4) the major participants and stakes in California politics.
Sub-field: AMERICAN POLITICS
Prerequisite
POLS 101 American Politics and Public Policy