Topics in Social Theory Sewell 520. Workshop on the History of Political Theory Larmore, Levy, Markell, Tarcov 556. The field of American politics deals with the organization, distribution, and orientation of political power in American society. The major items of emphasis are the development of American political thought, the political behavior of individuals, groups, and governmental institutions, elections, and the formation and execution of public policy. Attention is paid both to the present state of the American political system and to its historical roots.
Courses cover the range of the field.
Survey of American Politics Dawson, Hansen, Rosenberg 322. Topics in Urban Politics Dawson 343. Research Seminar on African-American Politics Dawson 348. American Political Institutions Hansen 370. Organizational Decision-Making Padgett 385.