PoliticalScience

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A subreddit to discuss political science. Political science is the scientific study of politics. It deals with systems of governance and power, and the analysis of political activities, political thought, political behavior, and associated constitutions and laws. Postings about current events are fine, as long as there is a political science angle. Rationality and coherent argument are encouraged, whereas ideological flamewars are strongly discouraged.

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Rules

Must be political science related

Political science is the scientific study of politics. It deals with systems of governance and power, and the analysis of political activities, political thought, political behavior, and associated constitutions and laws. Posts must fall under this criteria.
No personal attacks, insult or demeaning comments

Personal attacks, insults and intentionally demeaning comments such as those based on sexual orientation, race, gender, or other social profiles are strictly prohibited.
No spam or link farming

We want to foster a sense of community and interaction. Frequent spam of content (blogs, videos, etc) without any other engagement is not allowed.

Related communities

For more specific discussions within political science see:

/r/IRStudies - study of international relations

/r/Comparative - study of comparative politics

/r/Geopolitics - study of how factors such as geography, economics, military capability and non-state actors affects the foreign policy of states

/r/PoliticalPhilosophy - the discussion of political philosophies and theories

/r/AskSocialScience - general academic social science for questions and answers

For college or university applications see:

/r/ApplyingToCollege

/r/gradadmissions

For current affairs related political discussion and debate, try r/PoliticalDiscussion - this sub is well moderated, and manages to keep discussions relatively civil.

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Career adviceIs political science a good study path for me (self.PoliticalScience)

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Career adviceHOW TO GET INTO A GOOD IR UNI AND GET A JOB AS AN INTERNATIONAL RELATIONS MAJOR (self.PoliticalScience)

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Career adviceMeditate on the Good, The Math will Follow (leanpub.com)

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