POLI 321 Political Parties and Interest Groups

The role of political parties and interest groups in the shaping of government policies and the ordering of society is analyzed. Internal structures and membership of both parties and groups is emphasized, especially how the collective action problem is solved. The influences of parties and interest groups upon public policies are evaluated. Proposals to reform parties and groups are presented.

Credits

3

Prerequisite

POLI 120

Offered

Every other year