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An examination of Israeli political culture in light of Israel's history and economic and socio-cultural structure, with special attention to the evolution and role of the major institutions in contemporary Israeli political life. 3 credits.
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Modern political theory encompasses the period of political thought from the middle of the seventeenth century to the middle of the nineteenth century. It examines the work of political philosophers such as Hobbes, Locke, Rousseau, Kant, Hegel, and Marx. Topics include the development of the theory of rights, the theory of property, the theory of the state, the nature of civil society, principles of equality and freedom, and the relationship between the individual and society. Prerequisite: POL 201 or permission of the instructor. 3 credits.
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Studies the recent renaissance in political, legal, and political-economic theory since the end of World War II, such as the work of Rawls, Nozick, Sen, Sandel, Benhabib, Habermas, Walzer, and van Parijs. Topics include contemporary theories of justice, distributive justice, rights, and community. Examines theories of the basic structure of the state and civil society and considers how they might best be shaped. Prerequisite: POL 201 or permission of the instructor. 3 credits.
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A broad survey of contemporary Middle Eastern politics that looks at how historical trends impact Middle Eastern states. Includes the study of the influence of religion, state durability, and regional rivalries, as well as the Middle East within the context of the international system.
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3.00 Credits
The emergence of the developing nations as significant members of the international system will be examined. Emphasis will be placed on the conflicting goals and interests of the developed and developing nations. Prerequisite: POL 103 or permission of the instructor. 3 credits.
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3.00 Credits
The role of the Supreme Court in the American system of government. A study of major constitutional problems that have arisen in the light of representative Supreme Court decisions. Prerequisite: POL 101 or permission of the instructor. 3 credits.
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This course examines whether the law is or should be guided by moral principles and, if so, what these principles ought to be. It considers the ideals of punishment and whether punishment should be devised so as to provide retributive justice or to advance social utility and deterrence. Students are introduced to some of the major schools of legal thought and to principles underlying some of the major bodies of law, such as property law and tax law. Finally, the course deals with fundamental law or constitutional law, in particular the relationship between democracy and constitutional law. Prerequisite: POL 101 and 102 or permission of the instructor. 3 credits.
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The formulation and conduct of American foreign policy since World War II. The history of the Cold War and United States relations with Third World, Western allies, and the nations of the Middle East is traced and the problems of arms control, national security, and international political economy are analyzed. Prerequisite: POL 101 or permission of the instructor. 3 credits.
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The course examines how public policy is made in the United States, and the political actors and processes involved in its formulation, implementation and evaluation. The course will also investigate debates around a wide range of specific public policy areas such as the environment, economy, health, education, welfare, crime, immigration, and other. This course will address questions such as: How do we decide which problems are worthy of governmental attention and which are best resolved in the private sphere? Who frames public policy issues? How do policymakers solve those problems they choose to focus on? Prerequisite POL 101 or permission of the instructor. 3 credits.
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This course examines public opinion and assesses its place in the American political system and democratic process. The course will analyze both how citizens' thinking about politics is shaped by various institutions, and the effects American public opinion has on government and political processes. The course will explore historical and contemporary changes in public attitudes in the United States, developments in the mass media, and assess their affects on political leaders and policy making. Prerequisite POL 101 or permission of the instructor. 3 credits
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