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An examination of the Progressive political thought that was integral to the new direction undertaken in American politics in the 20th century. The course addresses the most important national Progressive thinkers and their arguments, and also aims...

This course will explore the nature and origin of American conservatism through a careful study of its principal thinkers and writers. Possible authors include, among others, Richard Weaver, Eric Voegelin, Leo Strauss, Harvey Mansfield Jr., Harry...

This course focuses in greater depth on some of the political themes and statesmen covered in other courses in American politics.

A thorough study of the political theory of the American founding. Topics include natural law and social compact theory, the purpose and structure of national and state governments, the relation of the American revolution to the British political...

This course examines the political teaching of The Federalist in order to discover the distinctive features of American constitutionalism, to explore theory and practice in the American Founding, and to see how Publius meets the challenges of its...

This course takes seriously the claim that great works of literature can serve as the source for the serious study of philosophic, moral and political problems. Students will study great works of fiction, which treat the permanent political questions...

An intensive study of one or more authors or works in classical political philosophy. Specific content varies at the discretion of the faculty.

An intensive study of one or more authors or works in medieval political philosophy. Specific content varies at the discretion of the faculty

An intensive study of one or more authors or works in modern political philosophy. Specific content varies at the discretion of the faculty.

"Globalization," "democratization," the "clash of civilizations," the "war on terror": citizens in the contemporary world confront challenges unanticipated at the end of the last century. This course highlights current themes and debates in light of...