GO 310 - Politics of Latin America

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Bentley University

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Description:

Prerequisite(s): GO 100 or GO 120 An introductory course on Latin American politics whose focus will be Latin America's experience with democratic governance, especially the swings between democracy and dictatorship in the region. It will examine democracy's historical development, patterns of change, and explanations for cycles of democracy and authoritarianism in the region. Of specific interest will be the interaction among political institutions, society and culture, and patterns of economic development on the one hand, and the origins, development, breakdown and consolidation of democracy on the other. Its goal is to develop a deeper understanding and appreciation of Latin America' s rich political tradition, incredible diversity, contradictions, achievements and failings. Why have democracy, self-sustaining economic growth, equity and social justice been do difficult to accomplish and sustain in the region The countries to be examined include Argentina, Chile, Brazil, Mexico, Columbia and Cuba.

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3.00

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Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.bentley.edu

Phone Number:

(800) 523-2354

Regional Accreditation:

New England Association of Schools and Colleges

Calendar System:

Semester

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