Political Science 334 - Politics of Violence

Institution:

Haverford College

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SO (Cross-listed in and Peace and Conflict Studies) A.Isaacs Examines the evolution, the nature and the causes of violent, intra state conflict. It pays attention to assessing alternative explanations that include the fear and insecurity provoked by failing states, resource scarcity and the spread of infectious disease and/or a manipulative and self-serving leadership. It places these conflicts in the context of writings about collective violence, revolutions and genocide and asks about the contribution and the responsibility of the international community to resolving civil strife. Prerequisite: Junior or senior standing, or consent of instructor.

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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