PHIL 230 - Philosophy and Liberal Democracy

Institution:

Knox College

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Description:

This course is an historical introduction to political philosophy focusing especially on the ideas of liberalism and democracy. Our own form of government is (perhaps only ideally) a realization of both of these values and is an important source of their currency as ideals in much of the contemporary world. But what is liberalism What is democracy What forms can liberalism and democracy take Are some forms preferable to others What is so valuable about liberalism and democracy anyway Can both be realized by a state If there is a conflict, which value should take precedence Offered alternate years. STAFF

Credits:

3.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.knox.edu

Phone Number:

(309) 341-7000

Regional Accreditation:

North Central Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Trimester

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