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PE105E: Thinking Politics and Values
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“Thinking Politics and Values” has a double meaning. The first is to become acquainted with how one studies politics philosophically, practically and empirically [evidence-based perspective]. The second is to refer to the thinking person; that is, to encourage adopting political perspectives and values from a reflective process rather than simply from tradition and what you have always believed. We will seek to move from behind the lens of ideological blinders. A constant questioning and critical thought process is the goal of the course. The values emphasis leads us to explore the meaning of justice and to discussing broad philosophical orientations including different brands of liberalism and conservatism [not all liberals or conservatives are alike]. We will study the different arguments pro and con of some of the hot-button social issues of the day such as gay rights, abortion and the interrelationship of religion and politics, the latter to include the issue of evolution and scientific education in schools.
Your Professor
Gary Maris is an alum of Stetson University with a Ph.D. in political science from Duke University. He has taught courses in comparative politics, American politics, international law, public policy and political philosophy. An acclaimed teacher, Dr. Maris has won both the Phi Beta Kappa Award and the McEniry Award for distinguished teaching at Stetson. He also has served as the Dean of the College of Arts and Sciences.
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Stetson University
First Year Studies | Unit 8275
421 North Woodland Boulevard
DeLand, Florida 32723
Email Address : firstyearstudies@stetson.edu
Phone Number : 386.822.7345
Fax Number : 386.822.7322
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