Transfers ToUC and CSUCal-GETC Area 4 · IGETC Area 4H · CSU GE Area D8 · CSU American Institutions Area US3DescriptionThis course provides an overview of California politics, focusing on the organization and operation of government at the state and local governmental levels. This examination will include a review of the historical and geographical factors that have shaped California's development as well as the analysis of the contemporary political, social, demographic, and economic issues facing the state. In addition to consideration of institutional forces at the governmental level, non-governmental entities such as interest groups, campaign professionals, and media organizations, will be prominently featured during this course. The enduring significance of specific subjects and issues in the state political process, notwithstanding the annual budget process, elections, and diversity, will necessitate reflection at specific intervals. Salient features of the overall course design and requirements are structured to achieve a balance among the normative, practical, and participatory dimensions of California politics. 