POL 103 - Elections and Voting Behavior

Upper Division

A study of the electoral process in America with emphases on the organization and conduct of elections, and the behavior of the electorate. Topics include campaign organization, primaries and nominations, the role of the media, the impact of issues and personalities, and electoral realignment. Depending on the year, the course will focus on presidential elections or the midterm congressional elections. POL 102 is not a prerequisite for this course.

Course credits: 1