Can Democracy Be Saved?: Participation, Deliberation and Social Movements by Don

Description: FREE SHIPPING UK WIDE Can Democracy Be Saved? by Donatella della Porta Financial crisis, economic globalization and the strengthening of neoliberal policies present stark challenges to traditional conceptions of representative democracy. Yet, at the same time, new opportunities are emerging that propose alternative visions for the future of democracy. FORMAT Paperback LANGUAGE English CONDITION Brand New Publisher Description Financial crisis, economic globalization and the strengthening of neoliberal policies present stark challenges to traditional conceptions of representative democracy. Yet, at the same time, new opportunities are emerging that propose alternative visions for the future of democracy. In this highly articulate book, Donatella della Porta analyses diverse conceptions and practices of participatory and deliberative democracy, building upon recent reflections in normative theory as well as original empirical research. As well as drawing on key historical examples, the book pays close attention to the current revitalization of social movements: the Arab Spring uprisings in processes of democratic transition; the potential of new technologies to develop so-called e-democracy in the Indignados and Occupy Wall Street protests; and proposals for cosmopolitan democracy found in recent campaigns for democratization of the European Union and United Nations. Alongside such social movements, the book also assesses institutional reactions, from the policing of protest to efforts at reform. This contribution to a critical contemporary debate, by a leading political sociologist and scholar of social movements, will be of great value to students and scholars of political sociology, political science and social movement studies, as well as anyone interested in the shape and development of democracy. Author Biography Donatella della Porta is professor of sociology at the European University Institute in Florence, Italy. In 2011, she was the recipient of the Mattei Dogan Prize for distinguished achievements in the field of political sociology. Table of Contents Chapter 1. Models of Democracy: An Introduction Chapter 2. Liberal Democracy: Evolution and Challenges Chapter 3. Participatory Democracy Chapter 4. Deliberative Democracy: Between Representation and Participation Chapter 5. E-Democracy? New Technologies and Democratic Deepening Chapter 6. The Challenge of Global Governance Chapter 7. Democratization and Social Movements Chapter 8. Restricting Citizens Participation: The Policing of Protest Chapter 9. Deliberative Experiments inside Institutions Chapter 10. Can Democracy Be Saved? A Conclusion Review "She has certainly conducted the greatest number of inquiries and case studies on the issue, but manages not to lose sight of the theoretical and normative dimensions involved." Survival "Very few authors can rival Donatella della Portas ability to present - in so few pages - such a broad but accurate sweep of developments in contemporary political ideas about democracy. She moves remarkably easily between exposition of classical debates in political thought and empirical research on current new forms of protest." Colin Crouch, University of Warwick "The search for a viable conception of democracy has for decades centered on procedural criteria. Rejecting this monism, and drawing on theorists like Habermas, Held, and Pateman, as well as on her own empirical work on social movements, della Porta masterfully proposes and illustrates a fourfold typology of democratic theory - and of democracies - that challenges the canon and opens a debate to compare representational, participatory, and deliberative models of democracy." Sidney Tarrow, Cornell University, author of Power in Movement "Given the current ailments of capitalist democracies, we all might be inclined to exclaim: "That is a good question!" As an answer, the author provides readers with both a nearly comprehensive inventory of causes for concern as well as her spirited and informative analysis of protest politics, the role of new media, and the potential of new democratic ambitions that are both participatory and deliberative. An overall optimistic message from one of the leading social science experts on movement politics." Claus Offe, Hertie School of Governance, Berlin "A timely in-depth investigation into the challenges and opportunities that shape the way we think about democracy. Answering the question of if and how democracy can be saved requires a diligent analysis of the ever-changing meaning of democracy and the distinct democratic qualities of different democratic models. Della Portas book does just that, providing a solid foundation for beginning to tackle some of the more far-reaching questions regarding democracy." The International Spectator Review Text "She has certainly conducted the greatest number of inquiries and case studies on the issue, but manages not to lose sight of the theoretical and normative dimensions involved." Survival "Very few authors can rival Donatella della Porta?s ability to present - in so few pages - such a broad but accurate sweep of developments in contemporary political ideas about democracy. She moves remarkably easily between exposition of classical debates in political thought and empirical research on current new forms of protest." Colin Crouch, University of Warwick "The search for a viable conception of democracy has for decades centered on procedural criteria. Rejecting this monism, and drawing on theorists like Habermas, Held, and Pateman, as well as on her own empirical work on social movements, della Porta masterfully proposes and illustrates a fourfold typology of democratic theory - and of democracies - that challenges the canon and opens a debate to compare representational, participatory, and deliberative models of democracy." Sidney Tarrow, Cornell University, author of Power in Movement "Given the current ailments of capitalist democracies, we all might be inclined to exclaim: "That is a good question!" As an answer, the author provides readers with both a nearly comprehensive inventory of causes for concern as well as her spirited and informative analysis of protest politics, the role of new media, and the potential of new democratic ambitions that are both participatory and deliberative. An overall optimistic message from one of the leading social science experts on movement politics." Claus Offe, Hertie School of Governance, Berlin "A timely in-depth investigation into the challenges and opportunities that shape the way we think about democracy. Answering the question of if and how democracy can be saved requires a diligent analysis of the ever-changing meaning of democracy and the distinct democratic qualities of different democratic models. Della Portas book does just that, providing a solid foundation for beginning to tackle some of the more far-reaching questions regarding democracy." The International Spectator Review Quote "She has certainly conducted the greatest number of inquiries and case studies on the issue, but manages not to lose sight of the theoretical and normative dimensions involved." Survival "Very few authors can rival Donatella della Portas ability to present - in so few pages - such a broad but accurate sweep of developments in contemporary political ideas about democracy. She moves remarkably easily between exposition of classical debates in political thought and empirical research on current new forms of protest." Colin Crouch, University of Warwick "The search for a viable conception of democracy has for decades centered on procedural criteria. Rejecting this monism, and drawing on theorists like Habermas, Held, and Pateman, as well as on her own empirical work on social movements, della Porta masterfully proposes and illustrates a fourfold typology of democratic theory - and of democracies - that challenges the canon and opens a debate to compare representational, participatory, and deliberative models of democracy." Sidney Tarrow, Cornell University, author of Power in Movement "Given the current ailments of capitalist democracies, we all might be inclined to exclaim: "That is a good question!" As an answer, the author provides readers with both a nearly comprehensive inventory of causes for concern as well as her spirited and informative analysis of protest politics, the role of new media, and the potential of new democratic ambitions that are both participatory and deliberative. An overall optimistic message from one of the leading social science experts on movement politics." Claus Offe, Hertie School of Governance, Berlin "A timely in-depth investigation into the challenges and opportunities that shape the way we think about democracy. Answering the question of if and how democracy can be saved requires a diligent analysis of the ever-changing meaning of democracy and the distinct democratic qualities of different democratic models. Della Portas book does just that, providing a solid foundation for beginning to tackle some of the more far-reaching questions regarding democracy." The International Spectator Details ISBN0745664601 Pages 256 Year 2013 ISBN-10 0745664601 ISBN-13 9780745664606 Format Paperback Subtitle Participation, Deliberation and Social Movements Country of Publication United Kingdom Imprint Polity Press Place of Publication Oxford DEWEY 321.8 Short Title CAN DEMOCRACY BE SAVED Language English Media Book Publication Date 2013-04-26 Illustrations Yes Edition 1st UK Release Date 2013-04-26 AU Release Date 2013-04-26 NZ Release Date 2013-04-26 Author Donatella della Porta Publisher John Wiley and Sons Ltd Alternative 9780745664590 Audience Professional & Vocational We've got this At The Nile, if you're looking for it, we've got it. With fast shipping, low prices, friendly service and well over a million items - you're bound to find what you want, at a price you'll love! 30 DAY RETURN POLICY No questions asked, 30 day returns! FREE DELIVERY No matter where you are in the UK, delivery is free. 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