POLS 1033 - State and Local Government

1. State and Local Government
2. State Constitutions
3. Interest Groups
4. Legislatures
5. Political Parties
6. Voting and Elections
7. Governors
8. Judiciary
9. Public Policies
10. Local Government

1. Describe the cultural and historical context of Minnesota state politics.
2. Summarize the functions of state legislatures, governors, mayors, and state courts.
3. Describe the structures and functions of state political parties.
4. Distinguish between forms of local and municipal government.
5. Point out the roles and functions of county governments.
6. Describe the major activities and functions of interest groups in state politics.
7. Identify the current issues facing state and local governments.
8. Give examples of how state constitutions have been reformed.

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