We will also spend considerable time throughout touching on the role religion plays in American politics. We also delve into a federal bureaucracy, the National Park Service, and how public policy is made which affects national parks. While learning about the American system, students will also learn how to be better citizens, exploring avenues for information gathering about and participation in government. Eisenstein, et al. Since this is an introductory class, I will have to talk a bit, but realize that true understanding comes with participation.
Questions are always welcome and encouraged.
The lowest grade will be tossed. The two tests split the course in half. The paper itself is due April 30. From time to time, I will assign other readings for you, and will distribute them the week before we will discuss them.