POSC 150 — F California Government and Politics 3 Units
54 hours lecture per term. This course is an introduction to the study of state and local politics, exploring the political culture, processes, behavior, institutions, public policy, and distribution of power in California. Policies in other states are examined to aid understanding of California politics. Topics include the political culture of the state, the process of change, policy agendas, budgeting, and the current status of states within the federal system. (Degree Credit) (CSU) AA GE, CSU GE