POST 105 PZ -Nat’lism Populism & Social Media

Institution: Pitzer

Description: Social media plays an important role in comteporary politics. And all around the world, we see the resurgence of populist politicians and political movements. Many of these politicians are master users of the tools of social media, and the movements seem to thrive particularly well in the new media environment. This course explores this interelationship through an exploration of nationalism, an older political ideology that likewise benefited from, and mastered a then-new media enviroment (of newspaper, radio, and television). Is our current digital media-fueled populist moment unique, or are we reproducing an older more durable pattern?

Prerequisite(s): An introductory course in politics or American Studies is recommended, but not required. Please also check the current course schedule for requirements.

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