INTLPOL 204B: Economic Policy Analysis for Policymakers (PUBLPOL 301B)
This class provides economic and institutional background necessary to conduct policy analysis. We will examine the economic justification for government intervention and illustrate these concepts with applications drawn from different policy contexts. The goal of the course is to provide you with the conceptual foundations and the practical skills and experience you will need to be thoughtful consumers or producers of policy analysis. Prerequisites:
ECON 102B or
PUBLPOL 303D.
Terms: Spr
| Units: 4-5
Instructors:
Bettinger, E. (PI)
INTLPOL 211: A New Cold War? Great Power Relations in the 21st Century (POLISCI 312, REES 219)
Thirty years ago the Cold War ended. Today, great power competition is back - or so it seems - with many describing our present era as a "New Cold War" between the United States and China and Russia. What happened? Is the Cold War label an illuminating or distorting analogy? What should the U.S. do to meet the challengers of great power competition in the 21st century? This course seeks to answer these questions about contemporary great power relations, first by tracing the historical origins of the U.S.-Russia and U.S.-China relationships, next by assessing the similarities and differences between the Cold War and U.S.-Russia relations and U.S.-China relations today along three dimensions -- (1) Power, (2) Ideology, (3) Interdependence and Multilateralism - and third by discussing unilateral, bilateral, and multilateral policy prescriptions of US. policymakers. The main text for this course will be a new book in draft by Professor McFaul, as well accompanying academic articles. To app
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Thirty years ago the Cold War ended. Today, great power competition is back - or so it seems - with many describing our present era as a "New Cold War" between the United States and China and Russia. What happened? Is the Cold War label an illuminating or distorting analogy? What should the U.S. do to meet the challengers of great power competition in the 21st century? This course seeks to answer these questions about contemporary great power relations, first by tracing the historical origins of the U.S.-Russia and U.S.-China relationships, next by assessing the similarities and differences between the Cold War and U.S.-Russia relations and U.S.-China relations today along three dimensions -- (1) Power, (2) Ideology, (3) Interdependence and Multilateralism - and third by discussing unilateral, bilateral, and multilateral policy prescriptions of US. policymakers. The main text for this course will be a new book in draft by Professor McFaul, as well accompanying academic articles. To apply for this course, please send a one-page document to Anastasia (Nastya) Guzenko aguzenko@stanford.edu by [February 28] stating the following: (1) full name, (2) class year, (3) major, (4) email, and (5) the code of the course you would like to enroll in (POLISCI, CREEES, etc). You are welcome to outline your previous associated coursework, relevant experience if any, and interest in enrolling in the seminar. Results will be announced the week after.
Terms: Spr
| Units: 5
INTLPOL 223: Global Growth and Local Discontent
In the 1980s, countries then known as "Third World," were mired in low growth, high debt, and runaway inflation. In a remarkable turnaround, a billion people have been lifted from poverty in those same countries?the now-much-heralded "Emerging Markets" that produce more than half of global goods and services and account for roughly three quarters of global growth. Taking the historic fall of the Berlin Wall as a catalyst for the phenomenon called "globalization" that has bound together the economic fortunes of First and Third World countries alike, this course provides the context, language, and logic required to understand: (a) what economic growth is; (b) why it matters; (c) whether economic reforms in emerging market and developing economies in Africa, Asia, Eastern Europe, and Latin America, have helped them to grow faster; and (d) who has won and who has lost in the process.
Terms: Spr
| Units: 5
Instructors:
Henry, P. (PI)
INTLPOL 224A: Reexamining Major Issues in Modern Japanese Politics and Diplomacy
This course re-examines several important and well-known issues in modern Japanese politics and diplomacy from the late 19th century to the 21st century based upon the lecturer's recent research and experience within the government. Major topics are, Meiji Restoration as a democratic revolution, resilience of Taisho Democracy, Military as a bureaucracy, Surrender and the American Occupation, Yoshida Doctrine and the Regime of 1955, Development of ODA policy, and recent development of Security Policy in the 21st Century.
Terms: Spr
| Units: 1
INTLPOL 224B: Democracy and Social Movements in East Asia
Social movements are an important part of both democratic and non-democratic societies. In this course we will assess the state of civil society in East Asia by surveying contemporary social movements in China, Taiwan, Hong Kong, Japan, and South Korea. The course will begin with a discussion of the main concepts and analytic approaches in social movement studies. We will then apply these theoretical frameworks to specific mobilization efforts in East Asia, keeping in mind each country's unique historical context. With the theoretical and empirical tools gleaned from the seminar discussions and readings, students will pursue a case analysis of an East Asian social movement of their choosing.
Terms: Spr
| Units: 3-5
Instructors:
Chang, P. (PI)
INTLPOL 224C: The Logic of Governance in Contemporary China (SOC 116, SOC 216)
This course examines a series of topics on the logic of governance in contemporary China. The main theme is on the role of the party state in China and its bureaucracies in organizing China, focusing on a set of institutions and mechanisms, such as variable coupling between the central and local governments, different modes of governance in the government bureaucracy, collusion among local governments, and campaign-style mobilization. Historical and comparative perspectives and empirical studies are used to illustrate the actual practice of governance in China.
Terms: Spr
| Units: 4
Instructors:
Zhou, X. (PI)
INTLPOL 225A: Sustainability, Governance, and Economic Development in SE Asia (EBS 130, ETHICSOC 125H, GLOBAL 126, HUMRTS 125, INTNLREL 126)
Situated at the heart of the broader Indo-Pacific region, Southeast Asia's 11 countries encompass an astonishing range of societies, political systems, economic development, culture, languages, and populations. Despite the many differences, in important ways they face similar challenges in regard to sustainability in the face of climate change, environmental degradation, energy transition, food and water security, poverty, inequality, and the management of conflicts internal and external to their region. Each individual Southeast Asian nation deals with such challenges in ways relevant to their political, economic, environmental, and societal circumstances. At the same time, they have also joined together in the Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN) to serve common regional interests and develop long term economic and environmental strategies to promote the security and prosperity of the approximately 670 million citizens of the ASEAN Member States. This course will focus on h
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Situated at the heart of the broader Indo-Pacific region, Southeast Asia's 11 countries encompass an astonishing range of societies, political systems, economic development, culture, languages, and populations. Despite the many differences, in important ways they face similar challenges in regard to sustainability in the face of climate change, environmental degradation, energy transition, food and water security, poverty, inequality, and the management of conflicts internal and external to their region. Each individual Southeast Asian nation deals with such challenges in ways relevant to their political, economic, environmental, and societal circumstances. At the same time, they have also joined together in the Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN) to serve common regional interests and develop long term economic and environmental strategies to promote the security and prosperity of the approximately 670 million citizens of the ASEAN Member States. This course will focus on how Southeast Asian nations manage the tensions between economic development and sustainability, how the policies and strategies they develop impact the societies they are mandated to serve, and the role of good governance, sounds regulatory frameworks, and the rule of law in shaping the outcomes of local, national, and regional initiatives. We will be able to discuss such issues with guest speakers from the region who will participate in several class sessions.
Terms: Spr
| Units: 3-5
Instructors:
Cohen, D. (PI)
INTLPOL 226A: Understanding India's Contemporary Political Economy
This course is designed to introduce students to the politics of post-Independence India. It will analyze how colonial legacies shaped the country's institutions, how they have evolved over the past seven decades, the role of political processes, the strategies of economic development and their limitations, the emergence of competing political ideologies and the role of political leadership.
Terms: Spr
| Units: 3-5
Instructors:
Ganguly, S. (PI)
INTLPOL 240: Contemporary Issues in International Security
This seminar examines crucial foreign policy and defense-related challenges. Emphasis is on understanding how the recent past produced today's challenges and evaluating alternative strategies intended to overcome them. Topics include great power competition; terrorism and other transnational threats; security dynamics in South Asia and the Middle East; nuclear proliferation; disruptive technologies; and the interrelated problem set associated with climate change and environmental protection as well as energy, water, food, and health security. Students are expected to engage actively in class discussions, present on select course topics and write short weekly reflections. Enrollment is by instructor consent only. Enrollment priority will be given to students in the Master's in International Policy who must take this course for the specialization in International Security (ISEC).
Terms: Spr
| Units: 4
Instructors:
McMaster, H. (PI)
INTLPOL 245B: Governing Artificial Intelligence: Law, Policy, and Institutions
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LAW 4052)The regulation of artificial intelligence may present the most pressing policy issue of our time. AI represents more than just a technology or tool; it promises to revolutionize the economy and all social systems. Governments around the world are struggling to keep up with the fast pace of AI development and to adapt existing regulatory regimes to these dramatic changes. This course surveys current and emerging legal, policy and governance challenges related to artificial intelligence. The course will explore regulatory initiatives and proposals from around the world, such as the European AI Act and U.S. Executive Orders, while also examining how existing laws related to privacy, data protection, intellectual property, civil rights, and national security apply to this developing technology. The course will also cover the AI policy debates related to balancing innovation and safety in a variety of contexts, from autonomous vehicles and weapons, to social media and elections.
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LAW 4052)The regulation of artificial intelligence may present the most pressing policy issue of our time. AI represents more than just a technology or tool; it promises to revolutionize the economy and all social systems. Governments around the world are struggling to keep up with the fast pace of AI development and to adapt existing regulatory regimes to these dramatic changes. This course surveys current and emerging legal, policy and governance challenges related to artificial intelligence. The course will explore regulatory initiatives and proposals from around the world, such as the European AI Act and U.S. Executive Orders, while also examining how existing laws related to privacy, data protection, intellectual property, civil rights, and national security apply to this developing technology. The course will also cover the AI policy debates related to balancing innovation and safety in a variety of contexts, from autonomous vehicles and weapons, to social media and elections. Cross-cutting themes will include: how law and policy affect the way important societal decisions are justified; the balance of power and responsibility between humans and machines in different settings; the incorporation of multiple values into AI decision-making frameworks; the interplay of norms and formal law; technical complexities that may arise as society scales deployment of AI systems; AI's implications for transnational law and governance and geopolitics; and similarities and differences to other domains of human activity raising regulatory trade-offs and affected by technological change. Note: The course is designed both for students who want a survey of the field and lack any technical knowledge, as well as students who are AI experts but wish to learn more about the relevant policy questions and law. Technical knowledge or familiarity with AI is not a prerequisite. Requirements: The course involves a considerable amount of reading plus active classroom discussion. Elements used in grading: Requirements include attendance, class participation and a research paper. After the term begins, students accepted into the course can transfer, with consent of the instructor, from section (01) into section (02), which meets the R requirement.
Terms: Win, Spr
| Units: 3
Instructors:
G'sell, F. (PI)
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Persily, N. (PI)
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