Despite the initial euphoria generated by the fall of communism in the region, the transition to market democracy has stalled in much of Central and Eastern Europe. Instead of thriving market economies based on privatized industries, and civil societies that organize to defend their interests, many countries in the region possess a fragile, state-subsidized economy and a "democracy" defended by a weak civil society and ineffective and unrepresentative political institutions. SS475 assesses the foreign and security policies of contemporary Central Europe and the vital process of democratization, marketization, nation-building, and state-building. Additionally, this course examines these developments and the effects on U.S. national security. The course is designed for the serious student and demands rigorous attention to assigned readings.
Lessons
40 @ 55 min (2.500 Att/wk)
Labs
0 @ 0 min
Special requirements
Research paper and oral presentation; compensatory time provided.
