Middlebury

SOAN 0310

Sociology of Politics & Power

Sociology of Politics and Power
This course will serve as a general introduction to the sociology of politics and power in modern American society. Our main topics will include the nature and distribution of political power, the social bases of solidarity and inter-group conflict, and the new "communitarianism" in elite political rhetoric. Course readings will include classic statements (for example, de Tocqueville, Pareto, Marx) as well as contemporary works. Throughout the course, our basic concern will be to ascertain, in light of various normative criteria, the vitality of American democracy and to consider strategies for its improvement. 3 hrs. lect./disc.
Subject:
Sociology/Anthropology
Department:
Sociology/Anthropology
Division:
Social Sciences
Requirements Fulfilled:
NOR SOC
Equivalent Courses:

Sections

Fall 2005

SOAN0310A-F05 Lecture (Sasson)
SOAN0310B-F05 Lecture (Sasson)

Spring 2005

SOAN0310A-S05 Lecture (Sasson)
SOAN0310B-S05 Lecture (Sasson)