Local Political Systems.

Catalog description

Students examine the structure, process, and politics of local governments in Texas and the nation. Local governments may include metropolitan governments, special districts, county governments, rural and small town polities, and urban and suburban political structures. At each level, topics may include home rule, leadership recruitment and behavior, local elections, budgeting, services, and intergovernmental relations. Course Equivalents: POLS 2331 Prerequisite: 6 hours of POLS.