PS 324 Law, Government & Politics in America
This course surveys and analyzes the basic features of the American constitutional, legal, governmental and political systems. The main topics to be discussed include the constitution, statute law, common law, civil liberties, civil rights, criminal justice system, equal protection of the laws, key features of American politics, role of public opinion, pressure groups, political parties, the electoral process, and main institutions of the federal government. Students will explore a several controversial political issues using a variety of primary sources.