Community Democracy in a Global Age
Political Science · 3 hrs Lecture
Offered: Fall Or Winter
No prerequisites listed, you can take this course without prior coursework.
Where POL-3520 counts
Counts toward 4 more as one option among several, not as a course you must take:
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Description
Our democratic institutions, for the most part inherited from the 19th century, are challenged in the 21st century by global markets and corporate mobility. This course explores the effect of globalization on our democratic institutions. While globalization may undermine our democratic institutions, social movements increasingly demand new forms of democratic practice. This course explores the claims of social movements for local/direct democracy and possible solutions to the "crisis" of democracy.
From the 2026-27 undergraduate calendar. Always verify details on WebAdvisor or with an academic advisor before registering.