Course Catalog - 2011-2012

     

POLI 435 - SEMINAR ON MONEY AND POLITICS

Long Title: SEMINAR ON MONEY AND POLITICS
Department: Political Science
Grade Mode: Standard Letter
Course Type: Seminar
Credit Hours: 3
Prerequisite(s): POLI 395
Description: This course takes a broad-based perspective on the many possible ways that money affects American politics and public policy at the national, state and local levels of government. Readings and class discussion will include historical examples as well as those from the current period. Particular attention will be given to the impact of money on elections and on the legislative process.