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262. American Politics Survey of the theory and practice of constitutional government in the United States. (Social Science) ALLIN
363. Campaigns and Elections Electoral process in the U.S., including discussion of the numerous factors which contribute to or diminish the probability of electoral success. Prerequisite: POL 262. (Social Science) ALLIN
364. Congress and the Presidency In-depth study of the central institutions of the American political system and the evolving relationship between them. Prerequisite: POL 262. (Social Science) ALLIN
365. Constitutional Law I: The American System Structure and function of the American judicial system and its role in constitutional interpretation. The court's role in three great conflicts that have shaped the American experience: (1) nation vs. states-the struggle for sovereignty, (2) Congress vs. President-the struggle for supremacy over national policy, and (3) government vs. business-the struggle over government regulation of the economy. Prerequisites: POL 262 and junior or senior standing. Alternate years. (Social Science) ALLIN
366. Constitutional Law II: Civil Liberties Rights of individuals in America. The court's role in three broad areas of civil liberties: (1) criminal prosecution, (2) free expression, and (3) racial and sexual discrimination. Prerequisites: POL 262 and junior or senior standing. Alternate years. (Social Science) ALLIN
367. Urban Politics Selected problems of urban America, their consequences for city dwellers and the nation. Feasibility and desirability of various policy solutions. Prerequisite: POL 262. Alternate years. (Social Science) ALLIN
368. Environmental Politics Analysis of the policy process concerning energy and environmental issues, emphasizing the interrelated roles of Congress, federal and state agencies, the President, interest groups, etc., and including an evaluation of alternative policies. Prerequisite: POL 262. Alternate years. (Social Science) ALLIN

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