This course analyzes the evolution of the structures and functions of the U.S. and California political systems from the time of the nation's founding to the current day in what is now the United States. This course emphasizes the continuity and uniqueness of the American political experience and how that experience has derived from other political cultures. This will be examined in the context of the larger cultural, economic, and sociological forces shaping the U.S. political system. Attention will also be given to significant events affecting the evolution of the U.S. political system since its founding. The development and evolution of the U.S. Constitution and policy making role of traditional political institutions such as the presidency, the Congress, and the judiciary will be explored. The impact of other political forces such as mass movements, the media, the bureaucracy, interest groups and ethnic and social groups will also be examined. All topics covered in the course will be illustrated through reference to actual political events occurring as the course progresses. (C-ID POLS 110) (CSU/UC) (AA/AS-D, CSU-D, IGETC-4)
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