PLSC 312 - American Public Policy Analysis

(3 credits)

Examination of contemporary policy debates and controversies in American national politics. Policy areas examined include civil rights, economic policy, health care, education, criminal justice, social welfare, energy & environmental policy and foreign policy. Assessment of alternative policy options. Analysis of how policy choices are made in the American political system. The influence of elections, interest groups, and government institutions on policy decisions. Fall, even-numbered years.