POL-1 — American Politics

Prerequisite: None.

Description: An introduction to the principles, structures, processes, and culture that inform American politics. Specific focus is placed on the development of the Constitution, the government it engenders, the development of the American polity, the formation of policy, and the connections between the national government and California's government. Students may not receive credit for both POL-1 and POL-1H. 54 hours lecture. (Letter grade only)