Description
Book SynopsisDeliberation and the Restoration of America''s Democratic Potential explains why and how deliberation is the foundation of our democratic way of life, and the impact it has on our political institutions. The book discusses the origins of the Constitution; the use of federalism to enliven our communities; the necessity mediating institutions to aggregate the voice of the people; and the processes of the three branches of government and their connection to American citizens. It concludes with a look into the future of politics and government, urging the reader toward a more active role for the citizen leader. Overall, this work offers a comprehensive view of the American governmental system, one that every citizen can use as a manual when reevaluating his or her role in the practice of politics.
Table of ContentsPart 1 Introduction Chapter 2 Public Talk: A Political Paradigm Reconsidered Chapter 3 To Form a More Perfect Union: The Constitutional Basis of American Politics Chapter 4 Federalism and the Need for Communitas Chapter 5 Political Parties and the Ideal of an Inclusive Public Chapter 6 The Congress – The Center of the American Constitutional System Chapter 7 The American Presidency Chapter 8 The Judiciary Chapter 9 In Search of a Public Transformation: Community Collaboration and the Origin of Politics Part 10 About the Authors Part 11 Index
