Recent ProfessorsNot yet assignedRecent SemestersNo scheduled sections on recordClass SizeNot publishedCredits3PrerequisitePOLS C1000 and Political Science 002 Transfers ToNot transferableDescriptionThe social construction of racial and ethnic groups in American society and their relationship to local, state and national government are covered. The problems of racism, discrimination and assimilation and the impact of ideology on integration into the political system are covered. In addition, the course covers voting behavior and pressure group politics, resistance and political action, the social construction of race and racism, the poor and the culture of poverty. The course also explores the political problems faced by the aged, the young, and women. 030 The Political Process (3) UC:CSU Cal-GETC Area 4 Lecture 3 hours This course surveys the nature and foundation of the democratic order. Specific focus is placed on traditional democratic theory, the contrasting philosophies surrounding the Framers of the Constitution, and the impact of the decentralized, federal structure on the political processes of the United States. The course devotes considerable attention to constitutions, elections and political behavior, public opinion and socialization, and the democratic political process. 