Transfers ToUC and CSUCal-GETC Area 4 · IGETC Area 4H · CSU GE Area D8 · CSU GE Area D1 · CSU American Institutions Area US2 · CSU American Institutions Area US3DescriptionInvestigates the influences of political theory on the development of the political system of the United States. Emphasis is placed on concepts such as: democracy, republicanism, liberty, and political autonomy as well as how the constitution gives authority to the government while limiting its powers. Readings range from the ancient Greeks to early modern and contemporary writings. Topics include basic concepts from political philosophy; the forms and functions of the institutions of the federal government, and California state politics. (Satisfies the state requirements for American institutions and California government.) May be offered in a distance-learning format.Usually HeldMon Wed 1:00pm–2:20pm 