This course introduces the student to classical political philosophy through analysis of Platonic dialogues-the Apology, Crito, and Republic-and of Aristotle's Ethics and Politics. The course addresses enduring questions about the community, the individual, happiness, and justice. Other themes to be discussed include the possible resolution of social conflict, the relationship between politics and economics, the political responsibility for education, the role of gender in politics, and philosophy as a way of life. Prerequisite: sophomore standing. Enrollment limited.