POL S 351 A: The American Democracy

Spring 2026
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Meeting:
MW 2:30pm - 4:20pm
SLN:
18866
Section Type:
Lecture
POL S MAJORS: COUNTS FOR FIELD D, AMERICAN POLITICS
Syllabus Description (from Canvas):

Course objectives: This course will examine both the history and current state of American democracy. We will consider issues including the democratic legitimacy of American political institutions, immigration, voting rights, and equal citizenship, and healthcare. Students will be asked to reflect on what democratic values are and how American politics meets and fails to meet them.

Catalog Description:
Democratic theory; constitutional theory; the presidency; Congress; the Supreme Court; civil rights and civil liberties.
Department Requirements Met:
American Politics Field
GE Requirements Met:
Social Sciences (SSc)
Credits:
5.0
Status:
Active
Last updated:
March 9, 2026 - 11:26 am