In American politics today, complaints about representation are common. Certain interests, usually labeled "special", are somehow over represented, while other interests, always laudatory, are ignored. Members of Congress are praised for their representation of constituents, and then criticized for representing too well. We typically understand elected officials as those who represent, but many argue that the bureaucracy and courts can and should represent as well. Individuals are supposed to be represented, but so too are political units, geographical entities, and important American norms and values. This seminar will center on dilemmas in representation, including discussion of who or what is being represented, and who is doing the representation. Format: seminar. Requirements: class participation, weekly assignments, and a research paper. No prerequisites. Enrollment limit: 16 (expected: 16). Preference given to senior Political Science majors.