PSC 207 - American Political Theory

Institution:

University of New England

Subject:

Political Science

Description:

This course provides an intro to major works of American political theory from the founding to the present. We confront core philosophical questions about politics in general and politics in the US specifically, including the following: What are the purposes of government? How can the American polity be democratic while preventing the tyranny of the majority? How has American Nationally defined through the exclusion of certain social groups, how do historically excluded groups gain political power and inclusion?

Credits:

3.00

Credit Hours:

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

Notes:

Additional Information:

Historical Version(s):

09/01/2006 - 09/01/2007 

Institution Website:

www.une.edu/

Phone Number:

(207) 283-0171

Regional Accreditation:

New England Association of Schools and Colleges

Calendar System:

Semester

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