Some emphasis is given to the recent trends in government.
Questions of national security, foreign policy and civil liberties will be examined. This course satisfies state requirements concerning the United States and Georgia Constitutions. The historical development and constitutional basis of the U.S. Presidency, it is contemporary roles and responsibilities, and its relationships with other political institutions. An examination of the United States Congress, with emphasis on recruitment and composition, styles of representation, leadership, the role of interest groups and the executive in the legislative process, organization, and functions. Organization and functions of state and local government in the United States, intergovernmental relations, administration, adjudication, and the organization and function of political parties on state and local levels.