Diversity and Distribution

3.0 credits · Graduate

The course examines the political relationship between ethno-racial diversity and economic redistribution. We assess the wide range of literature relevant to this subject, including that on the comparative politics of public goods provision, the political development of the American welfare state, and the political economy of globalization. Emphasis is placed on synthesizing theoretical proposals and integrating methodological approaches. We then explore how to apply these insights to pressing research areas, such as the study of populism, immigration, and economic growth. (GOVT-AM, GOVT-CP)