Surveys the main characteristics, principles, structures, processes and procedures, and the historical background of the American system of government at the national, California state, and local levels. Explores the contribution of major groups to the development of the United States. Analyzes the electoral process and voting behavior. Credit Limitations: Credit will not be awarded for both the honors and regular versions of a course. Credit will be awarded only for the first course completed with a grade of “C” or better or "P". Moorpark College Honors Program requires a letter grade. Transfer credit: CSU; UC. Notes: Satisfies US-2 (US Constitution and government) and US-3 (CA state and local government) requirements of CSU Title V. Applies to Associate Degree. C-ID: POLS 110.