POS 546 - The Politics of Social Policy

3 credits - This graduate-level course introduces issues and theory in American social policies and politics. In this course, we will discuss the history, formulation, relevance and implementation of social policies in the United States. We will focus on social welfare policy in the context of healthcare, welfare and education. Though not exhaustive, these broad topics tend to encompass many of the issues we think of today as falling under the umbrella of social policy. Additionally, we will explore the politics and institutions that shape and deliver social policy. Prerequisite of POS 200 recommended. Slash-Listed with POS 446.