PHL 332 - Modern Political Philosophy

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University of Alabama in Huntsville

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(Formerly PHL 317) Critical examination of the philosophical foundations for modern politics that emerged from the 15th through the 19th century in western Europe. Major themes and theorists include the concepts of individual rights, property, representation, majority rule, limited government, and revolution discussed in selected writings of Machiavelli, Hobbes, Locke, Rousseau, and J.S. Mill among others. (Same as PSC 332.) 249 335 Feminist Philosophy (3 hrs) Philosophical examination of the status of women in contemporary society, dealing with basic issues in feminist epistemology, the debate between essentialist and constructionist views on the nature of femininity, and the intersections of gender issues with other forms of oppression. May also cover issues in feminist political theory and feminist ethics. Prerequisite: PHL101 or permission of instructor.

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3.00

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Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.uah.edu

Phone Number:

(256) 824-6120

Regional Accreditation:

Southern Association of Colleges and Schools

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Semester

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