Issues in Political Theory notes

This course focuses on two kinds of debate: normative debates about how we should act as citizens and respond to certain social forces in contemporary society; and conceptual debates about the meaning of some prominent terms in political rhetoric and discourse. It is split into four main themes: authority and obligation, freedom, democracy and social justice and equality. Whilst this course draws its material largely from the linked textbook - included within is also other readings that are rele...

This course focuses on two kinds of debate: normative debates about how we should act as citizens and respond to certain social forces in contemporary society; and conceptual debates about the meaning of some prominent terms in political rhetoric and discourse. It is split into four main themes: authority and obligation, freedom, democracy and social justice and equality. Whilst this course draws its material largely from the linked textbook - included within is also other readings that are rele...