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The course
Who serves in Parliament and other legislatures? Do the backgrounds of politicians affect how policies are decided and which policies get adopted? This course explores the political representation of different groups in society, and the consequences of representation for policy outcomes. Topics include the representation of women, racial and ethnic minorities, class interests, youth, LGBTQ+, religious groups, and other social divisions.
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The particulars
Prerequisites
POL214H1/ POL214Y1/ POL214Y5/POL215H5/ POL216H5/ POL224H1/ POL224Y1/POLB50Y3
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Pathways
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Reading the code
POLPolitical ScienceDepartment of Political Science
382300-levelYear of study this course sits in
HHalf course0.5 credit (FCE)
1St. GeorgeDowntown Toronto campus
HSession not setTerm unlisted in this calendar