The Democratic Value of the Filibuster The filibuster was not invented to serve some lasting and critical role in democratic governance, but unintentionally, it does perform that function. The filibuster is a structure – one rule of the game in American politics - that plays a powerful role in supporting more stable democracy. And it is … Continue reading The Democratic Value of the Filibuster
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Pluralist Empowerment versus Populism or Democratic Elitism
A rising discourse on the dangers of 'populism' seems to be expanding the concept in ways that literally demonise the empowerment of citizens - the people. There is evidence of a rise of populist parties, but that is being used as a hammer to bash a more general empowerment of individuals or citizens and networks … Continue reading Pluralist Empowerment versus Populism or Democratic Elitism