450WI Ethics And Government (3)
An examination of ethical issues related to government, with the primary focus
on national and local governmental bodies in the United States. Ethics in the
executive, legislative and judicial branches are examined. Ethical standards
for elected officials and appointed public servants are reviewed. Attempts to
"legislate morality" are considered. The course includes a historical review
of ethics and government and an analysis of the legal implications of
legislation regarding ethics in the executive branch. Prerequisite:
Philosophy 210 or permission of the instructor. Offered: On demand.