PL 334 - Contemporary Political Philosophy

(3.00 cr.)

Introduces the fundamental ideas which shape the way we think politically such as power, politics, political action, conflict, cooperation and contestation, authority, legitimacy, identity, resistance, and democracy. While exploring these ideas, we discuss some of the central questions of contemporary political philosophy: Does democracy need a common identity which unites the 'body' politic? In what ways does the pluralistic nature of democratic societies challenge the identity of the people? How do different political approaches understand the permanence of pluralism and the inevitability of conflict? How should we understand the nature and limits of politics, power, and authority?

Prerequisite: PL 201 .
Sessions Typically Offered: Varies
Years Typically Offered: Varies