Opinion | The Founders Were Afraid for the Country, TooThe success of a republic depends on the people's commitment to uphold it.
Bonnie Honig, philosopher: Let's pretend Trump doesn't exist and go about our business'Bonnie Honig emphasizes the significance of protest and civil disobedience in a healthy democracy.
Taming and Tolerating UncertaintyDemocracy's survival hinges on addressing uncertainties through elections and defining the democracy worth defending against emerging threats.
Trump Signals He Might Ignore the CourtsThe president's assertion undermines judicial authority and raises concerns about adherence to constitutional governance.
Lea Ypi, political scientist: The new European militarism threatens what made the EU great'The current political upheaval in democracies reflects a crisis of representation and the decline of party democracy.
To Democrats, 'democracy' means rule by . . . THEMThe article argues that the Constitution is increasingly seen as a threat to democracy, overshadowing concerns about political figures like Donald Trump.
Bonnie Honig, philosopher: Let's pretend Trump doesn't exist and go about our business'Bonnie Honig emphasizes the significance of protest and civil disobedience in a healthy democracy.
Taming and Tolerating UncertaintyDemocracy's survival hinges on addressing uncertainties through elections and defining the democracy worth defending against emerging threats.
Trump Signals He Might Ignore the CourtsThe president's assertion undermines judicial authority and raises concerns about adherence to constitutional governance.
Lea Ypi, political scientist: The new European militarism threatens what made the EU great'The current political upheaval in democracies reflects a crisis of representation and the decline of party democracy.
To Democrats, 'democracy' means rule by . . . THEMThe article argues that the Constitution is increasingly seen as a threat to democracy, overshadowing concerns about political figures like Donald Trump.
For a stagnating left mired in pessimism, Milton's radical vision is poetry in motion | Kenan MalikThe left faces significant challenges as it grapples with its failures in the current political landscape.
Episode 17 of "This Is the Way": The Mohist State of Nature ArgumentMohists argue that without political order, societal norms lead to conflict and chaos, necessitating a structured governance.
The Politics of "Common Sense" Is Making Us Meaner | The WalrusNeoliberalism shapes societal norms in Canada, leading to a perception that economic policies are inescapable despite their contentious nature.
The Interview': Curtis Yarvin Says Democracy is DoneCurtis Yarvin's extreme political theories advocate for a shift from democracy to a monarchic leadership structure in America.
Why We're Talking About the Loophole That Could Give Trump a Third TermDiscussion on the possibility of Donald Trump securing a third presidential term through a loophole in the 22nd Amendment.
New Book: Angle and Jin, eds., Progressive Confucianism and Its CriticsThe book discusses contemporary Confucianism through dialogues with Chinese Confucians.It serves as a critical examination of Progressive Confucianism and its critiques.
History is always political, and contest over it is a good thing | Aeon EssaysHistorians are increasingly seen as political actors, but this perception can undermine historical accuracy and critical thinking.
Book of Interest: Contemporary Politics and Classical Chinese Thought, Toward Globalizing Political PhilosophyThe book advocates for integrating classical Chinese philosophy into contemporary political discourse to address current sociopolitical issues.
The Impossible Story of CommumismCommunism started as a hopeful reaction to capitalism's horrors but has largely failed to fulfill its promises, culminating in oppression and tragedy.
Rhodes scholars share their Oxford ambitions - Harvard GazetteHarvard's Rhodes Scholars exemplify impactful academic pursuits, addressing critical topics like animal ethics, AI bias, and democracy.
Medieval Foundations of Limited Government - Medievalists.netThe medieval era laid foundational concepts for limited government by balancing freedom with localized authority through mutual obligations.
U.S. seems impossibly riven. What if we could start from scratch? - Harvard GazetteJohn Rawls' principles encourage envisioning a fair society by removing personal biases, fostering freedom and equality as essential for democratic change.
Right is left and left is right: Kemi Badenoch gets cryptic in Tory pamphletKemi Badenoch's pamphlet discusses the shift from class to belief in modern politics.
On the varna system, Gandhi's plan to empower the workers | Aeon EssaysGandhi emphasizes the need for ordinary citizens to develop moral and political judgment capabilities for true participation in governance.
The Enigma of Frantz FanonThe article discusses the author's emotional response to the Israel-Gaza conflict and delves into the relevance of Frantz Fanon's anti-colonial intellectual work in the current context.