POLS 3308

The American Presidency

3308 The American Presidency (3-0). An in-depth examination of the American presidency and the Chief Executives formal and informal roles within the American political system. Emphasis will be given to the evolution of the presidency, its power and constraints, organization of the White House, and the dynamics of the office including presidential character, governing style, and public conceptions of the office. This course will also address the effect the mass media and public opinion has had on the presidency and how the Oval Office has responded.

Units: 3.0