POL S 472 A: Electoral Systems

Winter 2024
Meeting:
T 1:30pm - 4:20pm / MGH 251
SLN:
19512
Section Type:
Lecture
Joint Sections:
JSIS B 472 A , POL S 572 A , JSIS B 572 A
Instructor:
Robert J Pekkanen
POL S MAJORS: COUNTS FOR FIELD B, COMPARATIVE POLITICS
Catalog Description:
Explores a fundamental link between citizens and political representation: how electoral systems shape party systems, what kinds of people become candidates, how parties work, representation, and policy. Covers effects and mechanics of the various voting systems. Offered: jointly with JSIS B 472.
Department Requirements Met:
Comparative Politics Field
GE Requirements Met:
Social Sciences (SSc)
Credits:
5.0
Status:
Active
Last updated:
April 25, 2025 - 4:55 am