At the end of this course, the student will learn:

• The key institutions, processes, and actors in the U.S. political system

• The historical and constitutional foundations of U.S. politics

• The role of political parties, interest groups, and media in shaping U.S. politics

• The dynamics of public opinion, voting behavior, and electoral politics in the U.S.

• The impact of U.S. politics on domestic and international affairs