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This course covers the historical background; guiding principles; and political institutions that together constitute the government of the United States. Students examine the structure; function; and power of government at the local; state; and national levels. They gain an understanding of the principles of popular sovereignty; separation of powers; checks and balances; republicanism; federalism; individual rights; and the roles of individuals and groups in the American political system. Instructional material for this one semester course is presented in seven units; including introduction to government and politics; roots of the American constitution; principles of American government; the federal system; civil rights and liberties; participation in a democracy; and institutions of government.

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• SSCI
• 1 year of other Social Science

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Online / Virtual