POLS 446A

All answers should be based upon the readings and lectures to date.

The nations of Kurds and Palestinians are both stateless whereas the Jewish nation has achieved Statehood. Compare and contrast the three different groups from a historic, linguistic, ethnic, geographic, religious, economic and political aspect. Make sure to discuss colonialization, nationalism, modernity and particularly the role of neighboring states. Analyze and assess the current political position the three different nations find themselves in and the probable paths forward (Statehood or dissolution of Statehood) utilizing the two main theoretical models of liberalism and realism.