Political Science 272 - Democratic Theory:Membership,Citizenship and Community

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Haverford College

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SO C.Beltrán Particular attention will be paid to questions of identity in the American context (Chicano/Latino, African-American, gay/lesbian, etc.) and the relationship between group identity and democracy in the critical examination of the relationship between democratic theory and practice. Topics include political freedom, civil disobedience and political obligation, civic and social equality, political legitimacy, and the relationship of the individual to the community. Prerequisite: One course in political theory or American politics or consent of instructor. (Satisfies the social justice requirement.)

Credits:

3.00

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Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.haverford.edu

Phone Number:

(610) 896-1000

Regional Accreditation:

Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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