POLT 334 - Theories of Justice and Democracy in Contemporary America

3 SS
Second Semester. This seminar discusses some of the most important recent and contemporary American political theories, focusing on controversies about the nature of justice and the scope and extent of democracy in a political society of plurality and difference. Various approaches to political theory are represented, including the work of Arendt, Rawls,Walzer, Connolly, Sandel, Okin, Gutmann, and Young.

Prerequisites & Notes
Prerequisite: At least one course in political theory, preferably POLT 232, 233 or 234. Consent of instructor required.
Enrollment Limit: 15.
Mr. Wilson

Next offered 2006-2007.

Credits: 3 hours