Theories of Power ((3))

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This course examines power as a central concept in politics from three angles: normative, theoretical, and pragmatic. It addresses several questions: What is power? How is the concept operationalized? Who or what has power? Who are the beneficiaries, and what are the consequences? How is power resisted? What are the benefits and perils of power? The theoretical lens include Liberal, Marxist, Feminist, Post-structuralist, Post-modern, and Post-colonial. Prerequisite: Upper division standing. Course is required of all majors.