PSCI 402 - Public Opinion and U.S. Politics

Units: 3

Analysis of the major concepts, theories, methodological approaches, and substantive findings in the field of U.S. political opinion. Includes the formation of political attitudes and beliefs; political tolerance and racial attitudes; attitudes toward the political system and its leaders; foreign and domestic policy attitudes; the media and political opinion; and the effects of public opinion on policy. (USGP) Enrollment Requirements: PSCI 100 .