POLS 435 Intergovernmental Conflict and Cooperation
Analysis of the role of conflict, cooperation, dependence, and interdependence among federal, state, and local governments in shaping political relationships and public policy in the American federal system. Examine major conflicts and controversies related to federalism and intergovernmental relations and identify the constitutional principles underlying them.
Prerequisite: POLS 237 or permission of the department chairperson.