Politics

POLI 120C State and Capitalism in American Political Development

Examines the relationship between state and economy in the U.S. from the 1880s to the present, and provides a theoretical and historical introduction to the study of politics and markets. Focus is on moments of crisis and choice in U.S. political economy, with an emphasis on the rise of regulation, the development of the welfare state, and changes in employment policies.

Requirements

Prerequisite(s): satisfaction of the Entry Level Writing and Composition requirements.

Credits

5

American History and Institutions

Yes

Instructor

Eva Bertram

Also offered as

LGST 120C

Requirements

Prerequisite(s): satisfaction of the Entry Level Writing and Composition requirements.