Spring 2021
Meeting:
MW 1:30pm - 3:20pm / * *
SLN:
18933
Section Type:
Lecture
Instructors:
SYNCHRONOUS, LECTURES RECORDED.
POL S MAJORS: COUNTS FOR FIELD D,
AMERICAN POLITICS. W CREDIT
OPTIONAL.
OFFERED VIA REMOTE LEARNING
Syllabus Description (from Canvas):
Compared to other countries, the United States constitutional system gives a lot of authority to state and local governments. Proponents of this system of federalism argue that states and cities avoid “one size fits all” national policy and bring citizens closer to their policymakers. Opponents, on the other hand, suggest that federalism hinders progress on civil rights and empowers corporations and the wealthy. In this course, we will investigate the causes of the American system of federalism, and the consequences of this system of government.
The primary goal of the course are to help students become more critical, sophisticated observers and participants in American politics.
Full syllabus in PDF: Grumbach_State_Local_Syllabus_2021.pdf
Catalog Description:
Focus on the structures, processes, and policy outputs of state governments in the United States. Course equivalent to: TPOL S 382.
GE Requirements Met:
Social Sciences (SSc)
Credits:
5.0
Status:
Active
Last updated:
October 10, 2025 - 1:23 am