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Book Synopsis: Around the world, faith in democracy is falling. Russia, Turkey, and Venezuela have moved from flawed democracies to authoritarian regimes. Brexit and the rise of far-right parties show that even stable Western democracies are struggling. Partisanship and mutual distrust are increasing. What, if anything, should we do about these problems? In this accessible work, leading philosophers Jason Brennan and Hélène Landemore debate whether the solution lies in having less democracy or more. Brennan argues that democracy has systematic flaws, and that democracy does not and cannot work the way most of us commonly assume. He argues the best solution is to limit democracy's scope and to experiment with certain voting systems that can overcome democracy's problems. Landemore argues that democracy, defined as a regime that distributes power equally and inclusively, is a better way to generate good governance than oligarchies of knowledge. To her, the crisis of "representative democracy" comes in large part from its glaring democratic deficits. The solution is not just more democracy, but a better kind, which Landemore theorizes as "open democracy." Read more
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Are you concerned about the state of democracy in today's world? Worried about the rise of authoritarian regimes and the erosion of trust in Western democracies? Look no further than "Debating Democracy: Do We Need More or Less?" This thought-provoking book by renowned philosophers Jason Brennan and Hélène Landemore provides a fresh perspective on the challenges facing democracy.
As you delve into the pages of this accessible work, you'll discover a compelling debate between Brennan and Landemore. Brennan argues that democracy, as we know it, has inherent flaws and doesn't function as we commonly assume. He suggests limiting democracy's scope and exploring alternative voting systems that can address these problems. On the other hand, Landemore contends that democracy, when defined as a power distribution that is inclusive and equal, holds the potential for good governance. She proposes an innovative concept called "open democracy" as a solution to the crisis of representative democracy.
With its well-researched arguments and insightful analysis, "Debating Democracy: Do We Need More or Less?" challenges conventional wisdom on how democracies should operate. Prepare to have your beliefs shaken and your understanding deepened as you explore the contrasting viewpoints presented in this book.
Don't miss out on this opportunity to gain a comprehensive understanding of the philosophical underpinnings of democracy and its possible paths forward. Join the debate by getting your copy of "Debating Democracy: Do We Need More or Less?" today!
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