Classics M 125 - Invention of Democracy

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University of California-Los Angeles

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Lecture, three or four hours; discussion, one hour (when scheduled). Designed for juniors/ seniors. Democracy was invented in ancient Greece. Political form grounded on equality before law, citizenship, and freedom, it came into existence as struggle by "demos," people, aware of its excellenceand proud of its power, "kratos." It became onlyregime capable of including all members of community while disregarding wealth, status, and diverging interests. Examination of history and theory of ancient democracy. P/NP or letter grading.

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5.00

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Lecture

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www.ucla.edu/

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(310) 825-4321

Regional Accreditation:

Western Association of Schools and Colleges

Calendar System:

Quarter

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