Sovereignty and the Limits of Globalization and Technology

Current opposition to globalization is emerging in many countries in the various forms of populism, restrictive trade policies, protest parties and localism, accompanied by appeals to national interests and cultural traditions. At stake is the reassertion of state sovereignty against market processes and internationalist claims. This seminar explores the tensions between state and market, their cultural contexts, new technologies, and the importance of community belonging. Readings include texts by authors such as Marx, Nietzsche, Schmitt, Strauss, Girard, Lasch, Bloom, Appiah. Student research projects on contemporary topics. NOTE: To be considered for enrollment in this course, please complete and submit this short application by October 19, 2018, 11:59pm PST. Students accepted to participate in this course will be notified on October 26, 2018 by 6:00pm. Auditors are not permitted.Link to application: http://web.stanford.edu/~conorato/german270.fb