Crash Course Political Theory

Welcome to Crash Course Political Theory! Over the next 13 episodes, Ellie Anderson will introduce you to the perspectives of political thinkers past and present, and explore how political theories apply to the most burning questions of our time. We’ll compare arguments, trace the origins of contemporary theories, and develop the skills to discuss, disagree, and decide what we want society to be.

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Returning Series

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Crash Course Political Theory

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November 7, 2024

Last Air Date

November 14, 2024

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English

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What Does Liberalism Mean?

Liberty and the rights of individuals form the backbone of American politics. But what is “liberty” anyway? In this episode of Crash Course Political Theory, we learn the fundamentals of Classical Liberalism and how 17th-century philosophers impact politics today.

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