Class Detail

Overview of major approaches to the study of Latin American politics. Introductory survey of historical and contemporary democratic populist, authoritarian, and revolutionary regimes. Special attention is given to region's recent transitions toward democratic rule, market-based economic models, and decentralized governance. Evaluates institutional arrangements (including presidentialism, electoral rules and party systems), as well as a variety of social movements and strategies of resistance among subaltern social groups and classes.

Prerequisite(s): satisfaction of the Entry Level Writing and Composition requirements.

Enroll in lecture and associated discussion section.

Days & Times	Room	Instructor	Meeting Dates
MW 05:20PM-06:55PM	Merrill Acad 102	Eaton,K.H.	01/09/23 - 03/17/23