Law · Boston College
Elections have always been a focal point of American politics. This is natural; victory at the polls is the prize. However, recent years have seen a remarkable upswing in interest in what happens prior to any given election. Attention has focused on such matters as the drawing of district lines, the desire to have "honest" elections while keeping the franchise as open as possible, and the question of which offices should be elected. Many observers have concluded that the "Rules of the Game" determine the outcome long before any votes are cast.This course focuses on rules of the
