Revolutionary Ideas: Political Philosophy Essentials
Explore key concepts in political philosophy: borders, elections, constitutions, and prisons. Challenge assumptions about government and society.
Explore key concepts in political philosophy: borders, elections, constitutions, and prisons. Challenge assumptions about government and society.
This course delves into fundamental questions of political philosophy, examining the purpose of government, the nature of political communities, and the foundations of legal and political institutions. Led by Alexander Guerrero, it covers topics such as political borders, election systems, constitutional design, and theories of punishment. Students will engage with ideas from celebrated philosophers across history and contemporary thinkers, challenging traditional notions of political structures. The course aims to provide a deeper, philosophically-informed basis for understanding various political positions, fostering critical thinking about governance and societal organization.
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What you'll learn
Analyze the concept of political community and explore theories of borders and immigration
Evaluate different systems of political representation, including elections and lotteries
Understand the role and importance of constitutions in limiting government power
Examine theories of crime, punishment, and alternatives to incarceration
Develop critical thinking skills in analyzing political and legal institutions
Gain familiarity with key thinkers and arguments in political philosophy
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There are 5 modules in this course
This course offers a comprehensive exploration of key concepts in political philosophy, challenging students to think critically about the foundations of government and society. Through five modules, learners will examine the nature of political communities, the design of electoral systems, the role of constitutions, and theories of crime and punishment. The course draws on a wide range of philosophical perspectives, from classical thinkers to contemporary theorists, providing a rich historical and theoretical context. Students will engage with fundamental questions about the purpose of government, the basis of political authority, and the ethical implications of various political structures. By the end of the course, participants will have developed a more nuanced understanding of political systems and a stronger foundation for analyzing complex societal issues.
Introduction to Part II of the Course
Module 1 · 46 Minutes to complete
Political Community and Borders
Module 2 · 3 Hours to complete
Representatives, Elections, and Lotteries
Module 3 · 4 Hours to complete
Constitutions
Module 4 · 3 Hours to complete
Prisons and Punishment & Conclusions
Module 5 · 5 Hours to complete
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Political, Legal, and Moral Philosophy Expert
Alex Guerrero is a philosopher with expertise in political, legal, and moral philosophy, as well as epistemology related to these fields. Born in Houston, Texas, and raised in Renton, Washington, he graduated summa cum laude from Harvard College with a degree in Philosophy. He holds a PhD in Philosophy and a JD from New York University, where he received a Jacob K. Javits Fellowship and a Furman Scholarship, serving as Editor-in-Chief of the New York University Law Review during his studies. Joining the Rutgers University faculty in 2016, Guerrero has previously taught at the University of Pennsylvania and NYU, covering topics in legal and political philosophy, legal ethics, and applied ethics. His research has been published in leading journals, including Philosophy and Public Affairs and Public Affairs Quarterly. Guerrero is currently working on a book titled The Lottocratic Alternative, advocating for a “lottocratic” system of government to enhance political equality and legislative responsiveness. He also explores bioethical issues related to the allocation of scarce medical resources, the moral status of animals, the philosophy of punishment, and ethical decision-making under uncertainty.
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