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Undergraduate Record 2024-2025
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MDST 2301 - Democracy in Danger
Effective Date 09/22/2022
Democracy is in trouble today. Why? This course explores the growing threats to democracy in the United States and globally. Topics include: the impact of xenophobia, racism and radical nationalism on democracy; the rise of far-right media; the appeal of ethno-nationalism; the growth of White Power militias; legal barriers against voting, immigration and citizenship; as well as the impact of social media and cyber-based disinformation.
Requisites Students can’t enroll if previously taken MDST 2559 topic #13 Democracy in Danger or HIST 2559 topic #22 Democracy in Danger
Credits: 3
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