Examines works of influential recent or contemporary political philosophers, with a focus on debates raised initially by the works of prominent liberal theorist John Rawls. The concepts or topics discussed reflect concerns central to contemporary political philosophy: justice and liberalism, discourse and the public, equality and law, representation and diversity, sovereignty, and human rights, and capabilities and globalization. In addition to Rawls, authors discussed may include, Habermas, Sandel, Charles Mills, Iris Young, and Sen. Meets the Critical Learning: SHB requirement. (Not offered 2024-25).

Prerequisite: 1 unit in philosophy, or consent of instructor.

Degree requirement — Critical Learning: SHB

1 unit

Offerings

Term	Block	Title	Instructor	Location	Student Limit/Available	Updated
Spring 2024	Block 7	Contemporary Political	Dennis McEnnerney	Armstrong Hall 130	18 / 9	04/18/2024