POLT 221 - Women in American Politics

    Recent Professors
    Brenda Carpio
    Recent Semesters
    Spring 2027, Fall 2026, Spring 2026
    Class Size
    45 students
    Difficulty
    6.9Demandingout of 10
    Credits
    3
    Spring 2027 Sections
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    Transfers To
    UC and CSUCal-GETC Area 4 · IGETC Area 4H · CSU GE Area D4 · CSU GE Area D8
    Description
    A historical and philosophical study of the role women play in the politics of the United States as voters, policy makers, and activists. Attention will be devoted to topics of gender in education and the workplace, the politics of abortion, same sex marriage, and surrogate motherhood. The course will consider how race, class, age, and education affect the politicization of women. Political Science 101/101H is recommended.