PHL 239 - Political Philosophy

1 course unit

An examination of central issues and concepts in political philosophy in the work of historical and contemporary thinkers. Topics may include the meaning and value of liberty, equality, and justice; competing political perspectives such as anarchism, liberalism, conservatism, fascism, etc.; debates within particular perspectives; the grounds of political legitimacy and of political obligation. Not suitable for first year students.
Meets general academic requirement P and effective Fall 2013 HU.