The place of cities in the national economy and the future of Snowbelt and Sunbelt communities are also discussed. A field trip to Chicago or Detroit will likely be arranged. A look at the role played by political parties, candidate-centered organizations, money, issues, images and the mass media in the presidential selection process. The bureaucracy's role in foreign policy, regulation and the provision of social services. Offered every second or third year.
Students write a major research paper.
The writing and arguing of case briefs are required. The same approach is employed as an Introduction to Constitutional Law, but the cases covered are the leading ones in the development of American civil liberties. Spring An in-depth examination of a current issue in politics. This course examines the growth of the EU, the operation and policies of its several institutions, and prospective developments for the future. Special attention is paid to the country's evolution in the post-Mao era.