POLI 3230 - Politics of Poverty

Credit Hours: 3

What is the politics of poverty in the modern United States? How has economic hardship been debated in our politics and reflected in public policy? In what ways has popular culture perpetuated myths and framed our perceptions about poverty? This course examines poverty through the lens of politics, social and public policy, and popular culture, and is designed to provide context for the pivotal legislation, socio-political movements, and elections that have shaped the politics of poverty in America. To this end, policies such as AFDC, TANF, Medicaid, SNAP, and the ACA; social movements; and major presidencies, elections, and socio-political dynamics, will be considered. Offered fall or spring annually.

Prerequisite: POLI 1000 or POLI 1100 or Sophomore Standing