Lively. . . This is one of those rare books about a pressing subject that reads less like a forced march than an inviting stroll . . . A book that encourages thinking, observation and discernment New York TimesOne of our most essential political thinkers offers a vital account of democracy in the twentyfirst centuryEveryone knows that democracy is in trouble, but do we know what democracy actually is? Political philosopher JanWerner Mller, author of the widely acclaimed What Is Populism?, takes us back to basics. In this short, elegant volume, he explains how democracy is founded on three vital principles liberty, equality, and also uncertainty. The latter, he argues, is crucial for ensuring democracys dynamic and creative character. Authoritarians, as well as Big Tech, seek to render politics (and individual citizens) predictable democracy holds open the possibility that new ideas, movements and identities can be created.Acknowledging fully the dangers posed by populism, by kleptocratic autocracies like Russias and by the digital authoritarianism of Xi, Mller also challenges the assumptions made by many liberals defending democracy in recent years. He shows how the secession of plutocratic elites in the West has undermined much of democracys promise. In response, we need to reinvigorate our institutions, especially political parties and professional media, but also make it easier for citizens to mobilize. Taking on many of the most difficult political questions we face,...

Binding: Paperback;256 pages; Publisher: TBS-Penguin Random House Wholesale; Classification: JPA; Weight: 312 g; Dimensions: 129 x 198 x 20

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