Idea of political representation and its paradoxes, the
Auteur :
Waśkiewicz, Andrzej
Éditeur :
Peter Lang AG
ISBN :
9783631803882
Date de publication :
23 déc. 2019
Dimensions :
21,0 x 14,8 cm
Poids :
681 g
Langue :
Anglais
Pays d'origine :
Suisse
The book presents the principal functions of representative institutions, which are necessary in every political order: legitimising power, creating sovereignty but also setting its limits, and pursuing the common good and yet reflecting social diversity. Thus, democratic theorists should focus on making representative government more accountable.