GOVT 16154 credits
GOVT 1615: Introduction to Political Theory
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- Survey of political theory through various forms including treatises, pamphlets, films, and speeches. Examines core concepts of political thought.
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- Isaac Kramnick
- Jason Frank
- Patchen Markell
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