Deck 17: Toward a Paradigm Shift

Question 1

The final chapter of Comparative Politics  begins with a statement by Thomas Friedman in which he claims that we are at a fork in the road or a major turning point in global political life. Given what you have learned in this course, do you agree with Friedman's statement? Why (not)?

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Question 2

Hauss argues that a political paradigm shift is possible. Most political scientists, however, do not agree with him. Which position is closer to your own? Why do you reach that conclusion?

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Question 3

The chapter claims that a shift toward a new, more cooperative approach to power is possible in the not-so-distant future. Given what you have learned in this course, do you agree? Why (not)?

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Question 4

Complexity theorists argue that the world faces more serious, interconnected "wicked" problems. Do you agree? Why (not)?