Political Science 117 - Politics and Human Rights

Institution:

St Olaf College

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Description:

What makes a person capable of repression Who obeys morally unjust orders to torture or kill innocent victims What causes genocide Who risks his or her life to defend others' rights Using case studies from around the world, this course looks at various explanations for the range of ways individuals respond to immoral government actions, with special emphasis on theories of political psychology.

Credits:

3.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.stolaf.edu

Phone Number:

(507) 786-2222

Regional Accreditation:

North Central Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Four-one-four plan

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