This classes provides in in-depth survey of the German
political system. We will cover a variety of different aspects of
political affairs in Germany, including formal-legal institutions,
the origins and role of political parties, opportunities for citizens
to participate in politics, and Germany’s current political culture.
Special attention is paid to the question of how well Germany's
democracy functions after experiencing several regime changes.
Requirements include a mid-term and final exam as well as a term
paper.