Sociology 3335 - America,Its Jews,and Israel

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Bard College

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Description:

American Studies, Jewish Studies, Middle Eastern Studies This course considers themes of American ethnicity by tracing striking shifts in American Jewish attitudes toward Israel since the establishment of the Jewish state in 1948. The course then deals with American politics by illuminating the changing role of Israel in American Jewish voting patterns, lobbying efforts, and financial contributions for politics. Also considered are various non-Jewish domestic pressure groups that demand or oppose strong support for Israel-for example, in recent years the religious right has been an important supporting force, while Arab-American organizations have typically opposed such support. Finally, the course examines American foreign policy itself, evaluating the dramatically shifting history of American involvement with the Jewish state, a history in which domestic interest groups comprise only one among several important components.

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4.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.bard.edu

Phone Number:

(845) 758-6822

Regional Accreditation:

Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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