GOVT-229 The American Founding: Ideals and Reality
An intensive analysis of the philosophical ideals of the Founding Era (1763-1800) and their uneven realization. Social histories of various races, genders and classes will help illuminate the inherent ambiguities, weaknesses, strengths and legacies of the social and political philosophies of late 18th-century America.
Standard Course (40)
Credits
1
Cross Listed Courses
COLEG-229,
HIST-229
Prerequisite
Government 117, Philosophy 117 or a 100-level course in history
Offered
Fall, Spring
Notes
May count toward a concentration in either history or government. Not open to students who have taken History 240 or 374. (Political Theory)