Political Science 384H - Terrorism, War & Democracy

An examination of the historical, legal, and political issues relating to the American "War on Terrorism." Discussions and readings will include the war on al Qaeda and ISIS, domestic terrorism, restrictions on immigration and Presidential emergency powers, executive and legislative war powers, the laws of war in regard to drones and robots, and the use of torture. Past topics have also included using military and diplomatic power to promote democracy, criminal actions against terrorists, FISA, wiretapping and the NSA, and a debate on the actions of Edward Snowden. There will be a far greater emphasis on legal issues than most political science seminars and extensive reading and class participation will be required.

Sr & Jr COMCOL SOCIOL majors Visiting Instructor of Practice: Robert Rosen
prerequisite: to read The Looming Tower by Lawrence Wright over the summer before the first class.

Please contact Instructor with any questions about registration for this course.