Public Opinion and Foreign Policy
GOVT 314
Spring 2012 not offered
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| Certificates: International Relations |
The relationship between leaders and the public remains a core concern of democratic theorists and political observers. This course examines the nature of public views on foreign policy, the ability of the public to formulate reasoned and interconnected perspectives on the issues of the day, and the public's influence on foreign policy decisions. The main focus is on the United States, although comparative examples are included. The role of the media and international events in shaping public perspectives and public attitudes toward important issues such as internationalism and isolationism, the use of force, and economic issues will be considered. Finally, the public's influence will be examined across a range of specific decisions. This course provides an intensive examination of a very specific area of research. As such, strong interest in learning about public opinion and foreign policy is recommended. |
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Essential Capabilities:
None |
| Credit: 1 |
Gen Ed Area Dept:
SBS GOVT |
| Course Format: Lecture / Discussion | Grading Mode: Graded |
| Level: UGRD |
Prerequisites: None |
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Fulfills a Requirement for: (GOVT)(GOVT-American)(GOVT-Intl.) |
Major Readings:
Richard Sobel, The Impact of Public Opinion on U.S. Foreign Policy Since Vietnam
Brigitte L. Nacos, Robert Y. Shapiro, Pierangelo Isernia, eds. Decisionmaking in a Glass House
Douglas C. Foyle, Counting the Public In
Ole R. Holsti, Public Opinion and American Foreign Policy, 2nd edition
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Examinations and Assignments:
research paper, take-home final |
Additional Requirements and/or Comments:
The on-line enrollment request list is the only wait list for this course. I will contact those on the enrollment request list with further information on adding the course. Do not contact the instructor directly. |
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