Introduction to the central questions in
comparative politics. Fundamental differences in
the organization of states, democratic political
institutions (presidentialism versus
parliamentarianism, for example), and domestic
social forces (for example, social capital, ethnic
versus nonethnic identities). The impact of
political organization on economic performance and
social peace.
comparative politics. Fundamental differences in
the organization of states, democratic political
institutions (presidentialism versus
parliamentarianism, for example), and domestic
social forces (for example, social capital, ethnic
versus nonethnic identities). The impact of
political organization on economic performance and
social peace.
- Teacher: Ben Gaskins