American Government

Catalog description

This course emphasizes the study of government and politics in the United States. The course provides an overview of the Constitutional foundations of the American political processes with a focus on government institutions and political procedures. It will examine the constitutional framework, federalism, civil liberties and civil rights, public opinion, the media, special interest groups, political parties, and the election process. The course also studies the three branches of government. In addition, this course will examine the processes of Georgia state government. Topics include foundations of government, political behavior, and governing institutions.