Which is a better form of government: monarchy or democracy? To address this question, we will study classical texts in political theory from the history of Western philosophy that examine human nature, law, justice, rights, equality, economics, freedom, ethics, religion, property, power, and war. Our textual analyses and discussions of these topics will enable us to examine and refine our own values throughout the semester as we think about the best form of government for a good human life and, thus, determine whether monarchy or democracy is the better form of government.
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Cross-listed with PO 224
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Humanistic Values
