PHIL 365. Social and Political Philosophy (3)

Prerequisite: Completion of the lower division writing requirement. Covers classical and contemporary theoretical approaches in the philosophical study of human social and political organization, addressing topics such as taxation, reparations, immigration, private property, voting, secession, or war. Questions may include: What is justice? Is governmental power legitimate? What is freedom? Does freedom require a certain form of government or a certain type of economy? What is the nature of oppression? What should be done to make up for historical injustices, such as genocide or slavery? Regular written assignments will be required.