Nov 21, 2024  
2024-2025 College Catalog 
    
2024-2025 College Catalog
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PLS 135 - U.S. Government and Politics


(3 credits) Teaches the political structure, processes, institutions, and policy making of the US national government. Focuses on the three branches of government, their interrelationships, and how they shape policy. Addresses federalism; civil liberties and civil rights; political socialization and participation; public opinion, the media; interest groups; political parties; elections; and policy making. The assignments in the course require college-level reading fluency and coherent communication through written reports.  UCGS/Passport Course  

Prerequisite(s): Student must be eligible for ENG 111  or ENG 111 /EDE 11  

Lecture: 3 hours per week



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