PS 303 - Presidential Leadership & Power in America (3)

An invigorating and time-honored approach to the study of American politics is to examine the institution of the presidency. This course revisits the debate among the founders about the nature of the chief executive in a federal republic and provides a detailed analysis of the shifts in presidential powers, roles, and leadership styles that have occurred over many decades. The course provides special attention to the historical context of the presidents and the interactions of events with their personalities and political beliefs. It concludes with discussion of the recent debates over appropriate presidential power in the age of global terrorism.

Prerequisite(s): None
Grading Method: Letter Grade
Term Typically Offered: Occasional offering