Liberalism and Social Democracy
Political Science · 3 hrs Lecture
Offered: Fall Or Winter
No prerequisites listed, you can take this course without prior coursework.
Where POL-3260 counts
Counts toward 2 more as one option among several, not as a course you must take:
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Description
This course examines the crucial revision of socialism to take account of freedom, the welfare state, democracy and regulation rather than public ownership. It will examine the ideas of Bernstein, Hobhouse, Crosland, Karlsson and Giddens. It deals with similar themes in the Canadian political context, especially the ideas of Frank Scott and Pierre Elliott Trudeau.
From the 2026-27 undergraduate calendar. Always verify details on WebAdvisor or with an academic advisor before registering.