This book is addressed to the citizens of a liberal democratic political community confronted by the unprecedented challenges of deciding difficult and controversial issues generated by technical possibilities, flowing from rapid developments in biology, medicine, and biotechnology, for editing the human genome.
The book explores the idea that human rights are not merely imposed by institutions but are shaped and validated by the collective acceptance of ordinary individuals. Benjamin Gregg argues that the legitimacy of human rights hinges on their embrace by the communities they affect, emphasizing the role of grassroots movements in the evolution of these rights. Through this perspective, the work invites readers to consider the dynamic relationship between society and the principles of justice and equality.
A Theory of Enlightened Localism
This volume explores contemporary issues in political theory, focusing on radical social and political thought. Edited by Philip Green and Roger S. Gottlieb, it features a collection of essays that challenge traditional perspectives and engage with pressing societal questions. The contributors delve into themes of justice, power dynamics, and the role of activism, offering critical insights that aim to reshape our understanding of political engagement in today's world.
At the center of pluralistic societies like that of the United States is the question of how to make broadly consensual social policy in light of the different moral values held by a heterogeneous population and more. This book develops an approach to deal with conflicting values in the policymaking process.