POLI 134AAComparative Politics of Latin America
Comparative analysis of contemporary political systems and developmental profiles of selected Latin American countries, with special reference to the ways in which revolutionary and counter-revolutionary movements have affected the political, economic, and social structures observable in these countries today. Analyzes the performance of “revolutionary” governments in dealing with problems of domestic political management, reducing external economic dependency, redistributing wealth, creating employment, and extending social services. Introduction to general theoretical works on Latin American politics and development.
Prerequisites
From the catalog: “POLI 11 or consent of instructor.”
Where it sits in degree plans
Required in (1)
- Political Science (Comparative Politics) (B.A.)
One of the options in (1)
- Political Science (International Affairs)