GOV 1294 - Latin American Politics and Economy in the Long Run

Institution:

Harvard University

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Description:

This course examines political and economic change in Latin America. It focuses on five macro-processes: the creation of states and markets in 1850-1900, the design of oligarchic power-sharing institutions at the beginning of the 20th century, industrialization and the emergence of mass politics in 1920-1950, the widespread collapse of democracy and establishment of military regimes in 1960-1980, and contemporary processes of democratization and economic liberalization. In the search for causes and consequences, we consider multiple theoretical perspectives.

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4.00

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Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.harvard.edu

Phone Number:

(617) 495-1000

Regional Accreditation:

New England Association of Schools and Colleges

Calendar System:

Semester

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