Explain why is it necessary for us to study politics as a scientific discipline.  Use one or more concepts found in this week’s readings as well as any of the readings from weeks three through six to defend your response*.

Requirements: (1) post your answer to this discussion question (please DO NOT include the original discussion question in your response); (2) respond to at least two of your classmates' post by providing comments, feedback and asking compelling questions about his or her posting – that is, initiate an intellectual discussion; and (3) write using APA format - Be sure to properly cite your references.

Deadlines:

Initial responses are due by Saturday, Nov. 28th @11:59pm  and responses to your classmates are due by Tuesday, Dec. 1st @11:59pm. 

Please note from the syllabus:

Discussion Participation (15%)

Grading Rubric and Participation Requirements

POST:

A. 1 primary post (New Topic) as your initial discussion post thread – min. 200 words/post