Debating Deliberative Democracy, Paperback / softback Book

Debating Deliberative Democracy Paperback / softback

Edited by James S. (University of Texas, Austin) Fishkin, Peter (Late of University of Cambridge) Laslett

Part of the Philosophy, Politics & Society series

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Debating Deliberative Democracy explores the nature and value of deliberation, the feasibility and desirability of consensus on contentious issues, the implications of institutional complexity and cultural diversity for democratic decision making, and the significance of voting and majority rule in deliberative arrangements. Investigates the nature and value of deliberation, the feasibility and desirability of consensus on contentious issues, the implications of institutional complexity and cultural diversity for democratic decision making, and the significance of voting and majority rule in deliberative arrangements. Includes focus on institutions and makes reference to empirical work. Engages a debate that cuts across political science, philosophy, the law and other disciplines.

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