The Democratic Prospect

Examines democracy by reviewing current critiques, key historical periods in its development, and central philosophical principles. Interpret and respond to challenges to democracy. Overview of the current condition of democracy and a review of key stages in democracy's development and important moments that clarified and refined central features, such as the rule of law, accountability, citizenship, equality, freedom, and rights. A study of American democratic theory--past and present--as revealed through the statements and actions of key individuals during critical periods, including our own. Examines question of what kind of leadership is necessary and appropriate in such a complex system.