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Democracy Is Not A Spectator Sport
Womens Democracy Is Not A Spectator Sport V-Neck T-Shirt
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Democracy Not Autocracy
Womens Democracy Not Autocracy - V-Neck T-Shirt
Political Government Systems design. Lightweight, Classic fit, Double-needle sleeve and bottom hem...
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Jie Lu
Understandings of Democracy: Origins and Consequences Beyond Western Democracies
The rise of authoritarian populism and declining popular confidence in democratic institutions has, of late, prompted many declarations that democracy is in crisis. Nevertheless, democracy still enjoys its supremacy in contemporary political discourse, with limited meaningful alternatives. Few of to...
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Roslyn Fuller
Principles of Digital Democracy: Theory and Case Studies (Democracy in Times of Upheaval, 8)
Drawing on almost a decade of first-hand experience, Principles of Digital Democracy presents a unique look at digital democracy tools in action. Whether it is carbon budgeting in Canada, voting on legislation in Italy or policy consultation in Taiwan, this book explains not just what is possible ...
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David Stasavage
The Decline and Rise of Democracy: A Global History from Antiquity to Today (The Princeton Economic History of the Western World)
"One of the most important books on political regimes written in a generation." —Steven Levitsky, New York Times –bestselling author of How Democracies Die A new understanding of how and why early democracy took hold, how modern democracy evolved, and what this history teaches us about the ...
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Hélène Landemore
Open Democracy: Reinventing Popular Rule for the Twenty-First Century
" Open Democracy envisions what true government by mass leadership could look like."―Nathan Heller, New Yorker How a new model of democracy that opens up power to ordinary citizens could strengthen inclusiveness, responsiveness, and accountability in modern societies To the ancient Greeks, d...
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Vanessa S. Williamson
The Price of Democracy: The Revolutionary Power of Taxation in American History
An eye-opening history of taxation showing that battles over taxes have always really been battles over democracy itself “A convincing case that we must take back the power of taxation” (Heather Cox Richardson, New York Times –bestselling author of Democracy Awakening ) Americans have a...
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Sheldon S. Wolin
Fugitive Democracy: And Other Essays
An authoritative collection of the most important writings of an influential political thinker Sheldon Wolin was one of the most influential and original political thinkers of the past fifty years. Fugitive Democracy brings together his most important writings, from classic essays such as "Polit...
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David Stasavage
The Decline and Rise of Democracy: A Global History from Antiquity to Today (The Princeton Economic History of the Western World)
"One of the most important books on political regimes written in a generation." —Steven Levitsky, New York Times –bestselling author of How Democracies Die A new understanding of how and why early democracy took hold, how modern democracy evolved, and what this history teaches us about the ...
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Ronald J. Terchek
Theories of Democracy: A Reader
Theories of Democracy builds on Robert Dahl's observation that there is no single theory of democracy; only theories. Beyond the broad commitment to rule by the majority, democracy involves a set of contentious debates concerning the proper function and scope of power, equality, freedom, justice, an...
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Dana D. Nelson
Commons Democracy: Reading the Politics of Participation in the Early United States
Commons Democracy highlights a poorly understood dimension of democracy in the early United States. It tells a story that, like the familiar one, begins in the Revolutionary era. But instead of the tale of the Founders’ high-minded ideals and their careful crafting of the safe framework for democr...
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Sarah Sunn Bush
The Taming of Democracy Assistance
Few government programs that aid democracy abroad today seek to foster regime change. Technical programs that do not confront dictators are more common than the aid to dissidents and political parties that once dominated the field. What explains this 'taming' of democracy assistance? This book offer...
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Hugo Drochon
Elites and Democracy
Why elites always rule democracies—and why recognizing that reality can help us respond to the crisis of democracy today A central paradox of democracies is that they are always ruled by elites. What can democracy mean in this context? Today, it is often said that a populist revolt against elite...
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Zac Gershberg
The Paradox of Democracy: Free Speech, Open Media, and Perilous Persuasion
A thought-provoking history of communications that challenges ideas about freedom of speech and democracy. At the heart of democracy lies a contradiction that cannot be resolved, one that has affected free societies since their advent: Though freedom of speech and media has always been a necessa...
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Arlene W. Saxonhouse
Athenian Democracy: Modern Mythmakers and Ancient Theorists
Athenian Democracy provides innovative readings of ancient theorists to reveal both the complexity of democracy’s achievements and its limits. In this classic work, noted political scientist Arlene W. Saxonhouse offers fresh and provocative explorations of ancient political theorists, lending new...
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Kevin O'Leary
Saving Democracy: A Plan for Real Representation in America
Saving Democracy presents a bold yet practical plan for reinventing American democracy for the twenty-first century. The book diagnoses contemporary political ills as symptoms of corruption in our large republic and develops a new understanding of representative democracy. Building on the ideas of ...
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John Keane
The Shortest History of Democracy: 4,000 Years of Self-Government―A Retelling for Our Times (The Shortest History Series)
The full chronological sweep of democracy, from the assemblies of ancient Mesopotamia and Athens to present perils around the globe. The Shortest History books deliver thousands of years of history in one riveting, fast-paced read. This compact history unspools the tumultuous global story that began...
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Larry Diamond
The Spirit of Democracy: The Struggle to Build Free Societies Throughout the World
One of America's preeminent experts on democracy charts the future prospects for freedom around the world in the aftermath of Iraq and deepening authoritarianism Over three decades, the world was transformed. In 1974, nearly three-quarters of all countries were dictatorships; today, more than half...
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Michael Signer
Demagogue: The Fight to Save Democracy from Its Worst Enemies
A demagogue is a tyrant who owes his initial rise to the democratic support of the masses. Huey Long, Hugo Chavez, and Moqtada al-Sadr are all clear examples of this dangerous byproduct of democracy. Demagogue takes a long view of the fight to defend democracy from within, from the brutal general ...
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Daniel A. Bell
Beyond Liberal Democracy: Political Thinking for an East Asian Context
Is liberal democracy appropriate for East Asia? In this provocative book, Daniel Bell argues for morally legitimate alternatives to Western-style liberal democracy in the region. Beyond Liberal Democracy , which continues the author's influential earlier work, is divided into three parts that corre...
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