PLSC 111 - American Government

Class Hours: 3
Lab/Discussion: 0
Credits: 3

Investigates the way American government works (and why sometimes it doesn’t). Examines who gets what, why, and how in America and who pays for it, with an emphasis on understanding the origin, structure, and functions of US government. Looks beyond the divisions between “liberals” and “conservatives” to understand and evaluate contemporary political events and practices. Founding principles and their modern application are a core focus.