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2020-2021 UMaine Undergraduate Catalog 
    
2020-2021 UMaine Undergraduate Catalog [ARCHIVED CATALOG]

POS 354 - The U.S. Presidency


Examines presidential leadership in contemporary American politics. Devotes special attention to institutional, constitutional, and historical influences on the presidency. Other topics include: presidential decision-making, psychological aspects of the presidency, and the sources of cooperation and conflict between the legislative, executive, and judicial branches of government. Analysis of the president’s role in foreign and domestic policy.

General Education Requirements: Social Contexts and Institutions

Prerequisites: POS 100 or junior or senior standing.

Course Typically Offered: Variable

Credits: 3