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Exploring the future of reform democracy, the author addresses provocative questions such as children's voting rights and class inequality. Emphasizing that real democracies are inherently imperfect, he cautions against the pursuit of unattainable perfection. The work advocates for a rationality rooted in restrained self-interest and civic spirit, merging conservative values of family and personal responsibility with the ideals of radical reform. This thought-provoking analysis challenges readers to reconsider the foundations and aspirations of democratic governance.
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Citizens, Families, and Reform, Stein Ringen
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- 2005
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- Title
- Citizens, Families, and Reform
- Language
- English
- Authors
- Stein Ringen
- Publisher
- Nordic Africa Institute
- Publisher
- 2005
- Format
- Paperback
- Pages
- 218
- ISBN13
- 9781412804981
- Category
- Political Science / Politics
- Description
- Exploring the future of reform democracy, the author addresses provocative questions such as children's voting rights and class inequality. Emphasizing that real democracies are inherently imperfect, he cautions against the pursuit of unattainable perfection. The work advocates for a rationality rooted in restrained self-interest and civic spirit, merging conservative values of family and personal responsibility with the ideals of radical reform. This thought-provoking analysis challenges readers to reconsider the foundations and aspirations of democratic governance.