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3.00 Credits
Research methodology, the analysis of political data, survey research methods. Required of all political science majors.
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3.00 Credits
A study of European political thought in modern times, including Machiavelli, Hobbes, Locke, Rousseau, J. S. Mill, Burke, Hegel and Marx; the impact of these men on their own and subsequent ages, movements and other political philosophers.
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3.00 Credits
What is power How do we know when power is exercised unjustly This introductory course in political theory examines classic texts in political theory that explore three interrelated themes: power, identity and resistance. The aim of the course is to clarify: the mechanisms of power, how individuals function within these power structures and how they can resist unjust power.
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3.00 Credits
This course examines the role of the states in the U.S. political system, with special emphasis on New York state government’s institutions, political processes and public policies. The evolving nature of federalism and intergovernmental relations is covered, as are specific areas of state policy: education, environment, criminal justice, welfare, healthcare and economic development. A field trip to Albany, focusing on a current controversy in state politics, is a required part of the course.
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1.00 Credits
Service learning experience.
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3.00 Credits
A study of the legal and political powers and responsibilities of the presidency, especially as influenced by trends in national and international life. The task of chief executive receives major attention.
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3.00 Credits
A study of the relationship between legal and political norms, actors and institutions. Through analysis of contemporary controversies the following questions are examined: How is law political Can or should judging be value free What are the alternatives to going to court What values does the legal system maintain Can law change an unwilling society
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3.00 Credits
An examination of the personalities, politics, processes, decisionmaking and impact of the United States Supreme Court.
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3.00 Credits
An examination of the foundation of political thinking from the early philosophers to the end of the Middle Ages. Among the works studied are those of Plato, Aristotle, St. Augustine, St. Thomas Aquinas, Dante and Marsiglio of Padua.
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3.00 Credits
A survey of political thought in the United States from colonial times to the present. Includes political thought of the Puritans, the Revolution, the Confederation, the Constitution, the Federalist, Jefferson, Madison, Marshall, Calhoun, Lincoln, Progressivism, Wilson, F.D. Roosevelt, current concepts.
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