POL 303 Grassroots Politics

3 Credit(s) PGR DPDS

This course explores various manifestations of grassroots politics, especially social movements that focus on race, gender, sexual orientation, and protection of animals and the environment. The course examines the role of protests, boycotts, ballot measures, lobbying, litigation, and community organizing in spurring political, economic, and social change. Particular attention is given to the impact of grassroots activism on American democracy and political institutions. Three lecture hours per week