Topics in Jewish Studies: Race and Religion in the North American West

This course is an introduction to Israeli politics, set within the tension between a Jewish, liberal, and democratic nation-state and serving as a case study for politics in polarized and divided societies. Following an introduction to the Jewish and democratic state, the course will include three main sections: a theoretical introduction to Israeli society, an overview of the Israeli political system, and a focus on several policies illuminating challenges within polarized and divided societies. Throughout the course, we will analyze various policy drivers, mechanisms, and implications and discuss their relevance for other democratic states with divided societies. Together, we will try to make sense of real-time news coming from Israel as we deepen our knowledge of polarization, politics, and Israel and gain skills to participate in political conversations. Please note: L75 385 is intended for Undergraduate students; L75 585A is the section for Graduate Students.
Course Attributes: EN H; BU IS; AS HUM; FA HUM; AR HUM

Topics in Jewish Studies: Race and Religion in the North American West

RELIGIOUS STUDIES 387

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