American Government

Catalog description

This course provides you with an introduction to crucial knowledge about how federal, state, and local governments operate; and how citizens can positively affect change within our republic. The course examines the U.S. Constitution; federalism; the executive, legislative, and judicial branches; civil rights and civil liberties; how outside interests affect U.S. government; and U.S. foreign, domestic, and economic policies. This fundamental knowledge combined with critical thinking skills will be valuable personally and professionally.