Government 362 - SEM POLITICL THEORY-REVOLUTION

Topics course.: A look at how American political thinkers and activists justified a war for independence, puzzled through the construction of a new political order, thought about creating a democratic nation state and argued over issues such as individual rights, the role of political parties and the capabilities of citizens for self-government. We look at specific debates between 1776 and 1800 and also an overview of the most important contributors: Jefferson, Madison, Hamilton and John Adams. Prerequisite: Some previous course on American government or permission of the instructor.

Topic: Revolution to Consolidation. Not open to first-years, sophomores