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PLTC328

Representation in Theory and Practice

Subject code

PLTC

Course Number

328

Department(s)

Instructor(s)

J. Baughman

Course Long Title

Representation in Theory and Practice

Description

Are citizens in a representative democracy more like stage directors or probation officers? This course analyzes the purpose and limits of political representation, including the role of formal representation in democratic government, the ways citizens hold governments accountable, the responsiveness of political leaders, representation of and by women and minorities, and alternative mechanisms for ensuring accountability. Students consider theories of representation as well as historical and contemporary sources on the United States, Europe, and Latin America. Prerequisite(s): one of the following: PLTC 115, 122, 191, 211, 230, 245, or 249.

Modes of Inquiry

Analysis and Critique [AC], Historical and Social Inquiry [HS]

Writing Credit

W2

Departmental Course Attributes - Major/Minor Requirements

(PLTC: Institutional Politics), (PLTC: Phil., Lit., Legal St.)

GEC This Course Belongs To

-

Class Restriction

Exclude First Years