Political Theory

This course introduces students to political theory by having them think about political action. We will explore topics such as voting, illegal protest, revolution, social movements, boycotts, whistleblowing, and public shaming. In the process, we will examine some of the most important and enduring problems in political theory. Readings will be drawn from canonical theorists such as Weber, Hobbes, Marx, Mill, and Tocqueville, as well a wide range of contemporary authors.