POSC 225: Survey of American Government [Audio]

Dr. Scott Waller teaches the fundamental aspects of American government. Waller explains the historical motivations that led to the drafting of the Constitution, then traces the progression of the three branches of government through American history.

The Judicial Branch / Scott A. Waller

Dr. Scott Waller explains the powers of the judicial branch and how its role has changed over time.

05-02
02:19:04

The Legislative Branch / Scott A. Waller

Dr. Scott Waller explains the powers of the legislative branch and the process of lawmaking.

04-25
02:02:25

The Executive Branch / Scott A. Waller

Dr. Scott Waller explains the powers of the executive branch and describes how the role of the president has changed over time.

04-18
01:36:42

The Political Implications of the Civil War / Scott A. Waller

Dr. Scott Waller discusses the politics that surrounded the Civil War. He shows how these political forces continue to influence America today.

04-04
02:01:01

The Presidential Election Process / Scott A. Waller

Dr. Scott Waller teaches the basics of the American electoral process. He analyzes historical election trends and landmarks, both past and present.

03-21
02:13:11

Jeffersonian Types of Government / Scott A. Waller

Dr. Scott Waller explains the principles of Jeffersonian government. He outlines how these views affected the early development of the national government.

03-07
02:05:53

Powers of the executive office. / Scott A. Waller

Dr. Scott Waller explains the powers of the president outlined in the Constitution.

02-29
01:57:32

The Dangers of Faction / Scott A. Waller

Dr. Scott Waller explains the role of government in controlling factions and shows how this is relevant to policy today.

02-22
01:02:26

The Dangers of Oppressive Government / Scott A. Waller

Dr. Scott Waller discusses the dangers of tyrannical government. He shows how the checks and balances put in place by the Constitution work to prevent such a government.

02-22
01:02:26

Federalist vs. Anti-Federalist: Styles of Early Government / Scott A. Waller

Dr. Scott Waller discusses the differences between federalist and anti-federalist thought.

02-15
02:17:31

Social Contract and the Important Articles of American Government / Scott A. Waller

Dr. Scott Waller explains how the Declaration of Independence reflects the modernist ideology of the social contract. He explains some of the fundamental concepts behind American government.

02-08
01:38:56

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