WEST 3050 - Race and Ethnicity in American Politics

3 Credits (Minimum) 3 Credits (Maximum)

An examination of the role of U.S. ethnic minority groups in American politics from the perspectives of the groups themselves. Topics will include historical and contemporary perspectives on the political activities, interests, and legal status of U.S. ethnic minorities; the relationship of power, race/ethnicity, class, gender, ability, and sexual orientation, etc. in determining the effects of the political system on these groups; and the impact of these groups on the political system. Meets with PSC 3050.