We will then turn to ideas on smaller scale, to the impact of specific discourses on the emergence of various sectors of the modern state and to how institutions in turn have shaped the terms of political debate. Finally, we will look at the striking increase in the visibility and prestige of policy experts in contemporary American politics. Complete assigned reading before class meetings. Attend class regularly and on time. A weekly seminar has relatively few meetings and requires the active participation of all students.
Absence is accordingly a serious matter.
If you miss more than one session without a valid, documented reason, your grade for the course will be reduced by one-third of a letter grade. Also, lateness tends to be very disruptive to the flow of a discussion. Lateness will be treated as an unexcused absence. Your grade will reflect your contribution to class meetings. Complete all written assignments.