POLI 108: Direct Democracy

[4 units]

The politics of the initiative, referendum, and recall in the American states. Specific topics may include the history and origins of direct democracy, voter support for ballot measures, the role of interest groups, the effect of initiatives and referenda on candidate elections and civic engagement, and policy implications.

Prerequisite: POLI 001 and (POLI 010 or ECON 010 )