PLSI 127 - International Human Rights

This course examines the evolution of human rights globally and as part of foreign policy from World War II to today. Using assigned readings, class discussions, student research, and film, it explores US and other countries’ civil and political rights in the context of global efforts and institutions, studies the role of foreign policy and international law, and explores the tension between national interests and moral values. How and why have human rights progressed in the world, why do so many violations still occur, and what can and should we do about it? (Formerly PLSI 128T)

Units: 3