Race and Ethnicity in American Politics

3 units

This seminar will discuss the continuing importance of race and ethnicity in American politics and the politics of racial minority groups in America. It will examine the disadvantage minorites have in the American political structure including problems with political participation. It will examine how the structure and functions of the brances of government and its bureaucracy affect the aspirations of minorities. The roll of pressure groups on political structure will be discussed. Additional discussion will focus on urban politics and tensions.