LDR 395 - Bipartisan Leadership: Lessons for William S. Cohen’s Career in Public Service

Examination of the rise of political polarization and gridlock in contemporary American politics. Analyzes prospects for bipartisan coalition building by investigating original archival documents related to William S. Cohen’s career in the House, Senate, and as Secretary of Defense. Special attention is paid to Cohen’s efforts to cross party lines in pursuit of common interests. If this course was taken under as a topics course in LDR 350, it cannot be repeated for credit.

General Education Requirements: Writing Intensive

Prerequisites: LDR 100 or POS 100 or permission of the instructor

Course Typically Offered: Fall

Credits: 3