The Price of Freedom: Reflections on Politics, Democracy and Justice is a profound and thought-provoking analysis of the contemporary challenges of democracy, the relationship between freedom and governance, and the dilemmas that shape global politics. Through a philosophical, historical and economic approach, this book explores essential themes such as the paradox of freedom in politics, the rise of populism, the costs of democracy, the impact of the media and social networks, and the need for reforms to guarantee the sustainability of democratic states. Drawing on classic and contemporary authors - from Karl Marx and Adam Smith to Hannah Arendt and Joseph Stiglitz - the book offers a detailed overview of the tensions between right and left, the influence of career politicians, the limits of transparency and the risks of instrumentalising justice. In an increasingly polarised world, The Price of Freedom invites the reader to reflect critically on the future of politics and the need for a new generation of leaders committed to the common good.