We, the Sovereign

We, the SovereignExplore the profound exploration of democracy and self rule with Gianpaolo Baiocchi's thought provoking book, focused on the radical utopia of popular sovereignty. In a world where formal democracy often falls short, Baiocchi illuminates the path toward true empowerment for 'the people.' With a compelling argument for an inclusive, egalitarian approach, this insightful text critiques the nationalist Right's claims while advocating for a demos that is

Explore the profound exploration of democracy and self-rule with Gianpaolo Baiocchi's thought-provoking book, focused on the radical utopia of popular sovereignty. In a world where formal democracy often falls short, Baiocchi illuminates the path toward true empowerment for 'the people.' With a compelling argument for an inclusive, egalitarian approach, this insightful text critiques the nationalist Right's claims while advocating for a demos that is ever-expanding and genuinely reflective of all voices in society. Essential for activists and scholars alike, this book offers a transformative perspective on political parties and state institutions, illustrating how they can become instruments for total emancipation. With captivating real-life examples from movements spanning Latin America to Southern Europe, it provides a roadmap for understanding and achieving radical democracy in the 21st century. Whether you’re studying political theory or seeking inspiration for social change, this work is crucial for anyone serious about redefining power structures and enhancing community agency. Dive into this brand new edition, published in 2018 by John Wiley & Sons, and enrich your understanding of modern democracy. Free shipping on this item, with delivery expected within 6 weeks. Please note that once your order is placed, it cannot be canceled.

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Condition: BRAND NEW
ISBN: 9781509521364
Year: 2018
Publisher: John Wiley & Sons (UK)
Pages: 140


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What does it mean for the people to actually rule? Formal democracy is an empty and cynical shell, while the nationalist Right claims to advance its anti-democratic project in the name of ˜the People™. How can the Left respond in a way that is true to both its radical egalitarianism and its desire to transform the real world? In this book, Gianpaolo Baiocchi argues that the only answer is a radical utopia of popular self-rule. This means that the ˜people™ who rule must be understood as a demos that is totally open, inclusive and egalitarian, constantly expanding its boundaries. But it also means that sovereignty must be absolute, possessing total power over all relevant decisions that impact the conditions of life. Only, he argues, by a process of explosive and creative tension between this radical view of the ˜we™ and an absolute idea of the ˜sovereign™ can we transform our approach to political parties and state institutions and make them instruments of total emancipation. Illustrated by the real-life experiences of movements throughout the world, from Latin America to Southern Europe, Baiocchi™s provocative vision will be essential reading for all activists who want to understand the true meaning of radical democracy in the 21st century.