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POLS 1310 - Introduction to Political Theory

Credits: 3
Political theory is a diverse field comprising numerous traditions and approaches to the study of human - especially political - affairs.  In this course you will engage with three important topics of concern to all of us today: toleration, justice, and liberty.  This engagement occurs through reading (excerpts from) canonical texts as well as through activities designed to give you a chance to use the skills and concepts you are learning in thinking about contemporary political issues and problems. 3 lecture hours