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Research will focus on various aspects of the political development of the United States to World War I. Among the possible topics to be considered are the growth of the national state, party system transformation, electoral realignments, policy agenda changes, the evolution of the political culture, sectionalism and social movements. Enrollment limited. Course open only to senior Political Science majors. 1.00 units, Seminar
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This seminar consists of an investigation of the nature and processes of representation of individuals and groups at the level of American national government, especially within the U.S. Congress. Topics dealt with include the concept of representation, the goals of representatives and represented, means by which government is influenced from the outside, and the implications for representation of recent campaign finance and congressional reforms. Enrollment limited. Course open only to senior Political Science majors. 1.00 units, Seminar
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3.00 Credits
This senior seminar takes a gendered look at globalization and its impact on the lives of women around the world. What is the impact of gender, race, class, ethnicity, and nation on the global division of labor Why are women a significant factor in human trafficking and global migration What is the changing role of men, both in the formal economy and within individual household units What role do national and international policymakers play in this gendered global economy What is the impact of the present global economic crisis on women The seminar will address these and other questions in order to assess the nature and impact of globalization from a gendered perspective. 1.00 units, Seminar
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This seminar will be devoted to a close reading of a major political philosopher in the Western tradition. Course open only to senior Political Science majors. 1.00 units, Seminar
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At different times and in different places we find different conflicts to have become politicized. For example, violence in the household is now considered a crime in many societies. Fifty years ago it was a domestic affair in which the state had no role. There is an extensive political science literature on such topics upon which the course will build. Enrollment limited. Course open only to senior Political Science majors. 1.00 units, Seminar
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This course examines the role of African Americans, Asian Americans, Latinos, and Native Americans in all areas of the American political system. We study each group and their roles as voters, party activists, candidates and public officials. By exploring the socio-historical context within which each group acts, we will also consider the non-traditional forms of political participation embraced by some of these groups and the reasons that minority groups have resorted to such strategies. The process of political socialization will also be considered, as will the political behavior, attitudes, and public policy opinions of these groups. Finally, we will also explore theories of racial and ethnic political coalitions and conflict. Course open only to senior Political Science majors. 1.00 units, Seminar
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This seminar makes use of the social science literature on political corruption to introduce students to a variety of methodological approaches to conducting research in political science. The concepts explored include political patronage, bureaucratic malfeasance, rent-seeking, and the emergence of sultanistic regimes. Each class meeting will involve both a discussion of theoretical and case study material, and a practicum designed around a particular methodological approach. Course open only to senior Political Science majors. 1.00 units, Seminar
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This seminar will explore the role of "networks" as innovative modes of organization in world politics. Why do these networks arise, and what distinguishes them from other forms of global organization (hierarchies and markets) How do transnational networks interact with sovereign states, and under what conditions do actors within the network succeed in furthering their political aims Drawing on emerging theoretical debates, we will address these questions by examining in-depth case studies of both transnational advocacy networks (e.g., human rights, the environment) and criminal networks (e.g., terrorist groups, drug cartels) Course open only to senior Political Science majors. 1.00 units, Seminar
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1.00 Credits
This course explores a constant tension in the work of courts. While courts are not "supposed" to make policy, they often do. In examining this tension, the course will focus on the origins of judicial intervention, the nature of specific court decisions on policy questions, and the effectiveness of those decisions in producing social change. 1.00 units, Seminar
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