The Future of Democracy in America and the World: A Few Possibilities - 9781452067285

The Future of Democracy in America and the World: A Few Possibilities makes the vast fields of modern American political philosophy and politics more accessible to both those engaged and those not engaged in these professions. Based in part on an exhaustive reading of American political philosophy and writers who have influenced American political philosophy, James Schacht explores what democracy has been in the past, what it is now, and what it can be in the future. Going as far back as the Englishman John Locke, whose writings strongly influenced Thomas Jefferson in his writing of the Declaration of Independence, he provides a comprehensive view of American political philosophy and its origins up to today, describes the institution of democracy, describes the culture associated with this institution, makes some predictions, and describes a framework for pursuing our best hope for the future.

Author: James Schacht

Publisher: Authorhouse

Publication Date: Feb 23, 2012

Number of Pages: 112 pages

Binding: Paperback or Softback

ISBN-10: 1452067287

ISBN-13: 9781452067285