FYSP 188 - Non-Violent Strategies of Conflict

3 SS, WRi
Examines the ethical and strategic utility of nonviolent forms of action. Often underestimated as a tool of political and social transformation, nonviolent resistance on numerous occasions has achieved what force often cannot: successful, legitimate regime change. Through readings of classic literature, modern political theory and case studies, the course explores issues including the concept and utility of violence; moral and strategic arguments for nonviolent forms of action; and practical methods of applying nonviolent action. Examines cases of successful and unsuccessful use of nonviolent resistance in Nazi-occupied Europe, India, the United States, and recent democratizations in Asia, Europe and Latin America.

Prerequisites & Notes
Enrollment Limit: 14.
Ms. Mani

[Next Offered 2007-2008]

Credits: 3 hours