The Brady Scholars Program: The Good Society (273-3-20)

Instructors

Anthony Laden

Meeting Info

Kresge Centennial Hall 2-440: Thurs 2:00PM - 4:50PM

Overview of class

An introduction to political philosophy through the lens of democracy and the rule of law. What is democracy? Who are the people and what does it mean for the people to rule? What is law? What does it mean for the law to rule? Can both the people and the law rule? We will learn how to think about these questions by learning to think with philosophers who have already done so.

Learning Objectives

You will be able to read, understand, analyze and engage with philosophical texts about democracy and the rule of law. You will be able to use the tools offered in those texts to think about contemporary problems our societies face and what to do about them. You will learn to engage with ideas and others you disagree with and learn from them.

Class Materials (Required)

All class materials will be available on Canvas at NO cost to the student.

Class Attributes

Ethical and Evaluative Thinking Foundational Disci
Ethics & Values Distro Area

Associated Classes

DIS - Kresge Centennial Hall 3-410: Tues 3:30PM - 4:30PM