Historically, most political regimes have been authoritarian, and there is no sign of authoritarianism’s disappearance. This course addresses the sources of authoritarianism, the varieties of authoritarian regime, the institutions and practices supportive of dictatorship, the causes of authoritarian decline and failure, and the authoritarian impulses residing within some democratic regimes.

Prerequisite(s): Political Science 2231E or Political Science 2245E or Political Science 2531F/G or Political Science 2545F/G, or permission of the instructor.

Extra Information: 2 hours.