This is an introductory course in the principles and problems of the government in national, state, and local areas. This course meets the California State University requirements for United States history and United States Constitution. This course meets California State University requirements for United States history, United States Consitution and state and local government. CSU RPT1 Contemporary world and national affairs are studied in this course. Current readings, lectures, and speakers assist students to develop an understanding of the background behind the headlines.
Emphasis is placed on historical origins, political and economic developments.