[ARCHIVED CATALOG] 2011-2012 Undergraduate Academic Catalog 
    
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[ARCHIVED CATALOG] 2011-2012 Undergraduate Academic Catalog [ARCHIVED CATALOG]

POL 223 - American Federal Government

3 credits
Prerequisite(s): SSC 102 
An introduction to the basic principles and processes of American national government, including federalism, representation, separation of powers, checks and balances, the committee system, the electoral college, political parties, and judicial review. Emphasis is placed on understanding the Constitution and the intention of the framers, although modern developments and contemporary policy issues are not neglected. Offered annually.