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Specialization in General Politics
Takashi Nakamura Associate Professor, Ph.D.
Courses Taught
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Political Philosophy
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History of Western Political Thought
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Contemporary Political Theory
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Introduction to Political Science
Research Areas
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Republicanism
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Communitarianism
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Citizenship Studies
Academic Specialization
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Political Philosophy
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Contemporary Political Theory
Research Focus: Civic Participation in Democratic Theory
While liberal democracy is widely accepted as the legitimate form of government today, challenges such as declining voter turnout and the rise of populism threaten its foundations. My research explores political theories that address these challenges to liberal democracy, with a particular focus on civic engagement and participation.
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