UF Center for Latin American Studies
SPRING 2024
Days: Mondays
Times: 4:05 - 7:05 pm
Location: Grinter 376
Course description
This seminar explores the genealogy of the concept of populism and the theoretical debates on what it is and how to study it. We will compare historical and current experiences in Latin America, the U.S., and Europe focusing on the relationships between populism, democratization, and authoritarianism. The class will differentiate types of populisms, and address debates on the relationships of populism with fascism, religion, race, gender, and the media.
Carlos de la Torre
319B Grinter Hall
P.O. Box 115530
Gainesville, FL 32611-5530
E-mail: delatorre.carlos@latam.ufl.edu
Tel: 352-273-4703
Fax: 352-392-7682
Research Interests
Populism, democratization, and authoritarianism; racism and citizenship in the Americas.
Geographic Expertise
Ecuador, Venezuela, Bolivia
