This course examines the political ideologies which have influenced the Western world and been extended to the non-Western world as well. Ideology means a body of political thought or belief that motivates groups to take political action. The course begins with an overview of the philosophical roots of political ideology in Western political thought and focuses on the development of political ideas and movements in the 19th and 20th centuries. The course includes studies of nationalism, liberal democracy, democratic socialism, Marxism, Soviet and Chinese communism, fascism, national socialism, anarchism, and various radical and traditionalist movements.
Advanced Core Curriculum Designation: IS
Grade Basis: Letter Grade
Credits: 4.0
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