Portland-State-University 2022-2023 Bulletin

PS 481 Democratic Theory

Critical examination of the principles of democratic politics, including important statements in the history of political thought and contemporary political theory. Issues discussed include participation, deliberation, electoral competition, constitutionalism, and the challenges of democratic legitimacy in the context of US institutions and increasing globalization.

Credits

4

Prerequisite

sophomore standing or higher.
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