PUBM 580 - Legislative Policy Making

3 credit hours

Considers the play of forces that shape state policy-making within the various branches of government with specific attention to “legislative policy-making.” Using current and recent campaigns for public offices and initiatives, the course examines the confluence of cultural and political issues raised and likely to shape future policy-making. Through texts, readings, and guest speakers, the course utilizes seminar discussions to critically examine state policy-making. Major focus is on an individual research paper on a current policy issue. Elective.