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2025-2026 Undergraduate Catalogue 
    
2025-2026 Undergraduate Catalogue

PLS 353  -  American Parties and Interest Groups


Historical and analytical treatment of the appearance and realignment of political parties during the five successive ‘national party systems’ since the beginning of the republic. Special emphasis is given to the question of contemporary party disarray and potential realignment.

Credit Hours: 3

Additional Restrictions/Requirements: Sophomore, junior or senior standing or consent of instructor.
University Studies: Common Requirements/Critical Reasoning
Course Repeatability: Course may not be repeated.