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"A permanent class of political consultants has emerged, replacing the ward-heeling party hacks of yesteryear with teams of pollsters, message gurus, and field operatives. Taken together, all this amounts to a silent revolution that has transformed politics across much of the globe"--

Die Ausgestaltung des Annahmeverfahrens für Verfassungsbeschwerden muss die Gewährung effektiven Grundrechtsschutzes einerseits und die begrenzten Entscheidungskapazitäten des Verfassungsgerichts andererseits in Einklang bringen. In der vorliegenden Arbeit wird aufgezeigt, welche materiellen und prozessualen Regelungen beim Bundesverfassungsgericht und beim US Supreme Court den Zugang zur Verfassungsgerichtsbarkeit steuern. Unter Berücksichtigung eines prozeduralen Überprüfungsansatzes und demokratietheoretischer Erwägungen wird anschließend das Modell eines deliberativen Annahmeverfahrens entwickelt, das die verfassungsgerichtlichen Ressourcen bestmöglich nutzt. Wesentliche Elemente des Verfahrens sind insbesondere die Zuständigkeit des Senats, die Annahme nach Ermessen anhand der verfassungsrechtlichen Relevanz, die Möglichkeit zur Veröffentlichung von Sondervoten sowie besondere Anforderungen an die Formulierung des Beschwerdeantrags nach dem Vorbild der Questions Presented im Writ of Certiorari-Verfahren des US Supreme Court.

"Why the Enlightenment matters goes back to the seventeenth century to explore how we broke out of old ways of thinking to move towards the scientific method, industrial revolution, liberal democracy, and human rights."--Provided by publisher.

"An incisive examination of how the pillars of feminism have eroded-and how all women, not just the white neoliberals, can rebuild them"--

Distorting Democracy will awaken Americans to the perils of our system by unveiling the Electoral College's origins, history, and present operations. This book demonstrates that the system has no principled foundation, that it has changed dramatically over its 230-year history...

"The internet as we know it is broken. Here's how we can seize back control of our lives from the corporate algorithms that have poisoned our digital information system and create a third-generation Internet that uplifts humanity-before it's too late"--

"Why are some countries more democratic than others? By neglecting colonialism, existing research overlooks origins: for most non-European countries, elections began under Western colonial rule. Analyzing a global sample of colonies across four centuries, this book explains the emergence of colonial electoral institutions and their lasting impact"--

"An on-the-ground look at the rise of parent activism in response to the far-right attacks on public school education"--

"A Man for the Ages: A Story of the Builders of Democracy" is a historical novel written by Irving Bacheller. The book was first published in 1919 and is set against the backdrop of the American Civil War. Irving Bacheller was an American journalist and novelist, and he gained fame for his works that often celebrated American ideals and historical events. The novel follows the life of Abraham Lincoln, the 16th President of the United States, who played a pivotal role in preserving the Union during the Civil War and emancipating the slaves with the Emancipation Proclamation. The narrative explores Lincoln's personal and political journey, offering insights into his character, struggles, and the challenges he faced during one of the most tumultuous periods in American history. Bacheller's portrayal of Lincoln in "A Man for the Ages" is often considered a sympathetic and humanizing one. The novel delves into Lincoln's relationships, his leadership style, and the profound impact of his decisions on the nation. Through vivid storytelling, Bacheller captures the essence of Lincoln's greatness and the spirit of the time. The title itself, "A Man for the Ages," suggests that Lincoln's legacy extends beyond his own era, indicating his enduring influence on the shaping of American democracy. The novel serves not only as a historical account but also as a tribute to the enduring qualities of leadership, resilience, and moral conviction. Overall, "A Man for the Ages" stands as a testament to Irving Bacheller's ability to weave historical events into compelling narratives, providing readers with a deeper understanding of the individuals who played pivotal roles in shaping the course of American history.

Putting at work a negative pedagogy centered around learning from unlearning, problematizes and boldly challenges today's culturalist discourses, camouflaged racisms, and masked fascisms.

Este libro propone el estudio transnacional de las literaturas transicionales en Europa. El corpus de la literatura transicional está formado por aquellos textos literarios cuya trama incorpora el relato del proceso de transición política en uno o varios de los países que lo experimentaron, ya en el Sur de Europa (1974-1975) o ya en el Este (1989-1991). Se propone una cronología conjunta para este estudio que vincula al año 1968 el origen cultural e ideológico de las transiciones políticas y sus relatos. La caída del Muro y la disolución de la Unión Soviética (1989¿1991) constituyen un segundo momento en la articulación de los relatos transicionales. Por último, la crisis financiera de 2007 trajo la reescritura y resignificación de los procesos transicionales, que sigue produciéndose en la actualidad.Este es un libro de estudios literarios atravesado por consideraciones sobre los géneros, formas y temas que cifran la experiencia histórica de haber alcanzado la democracia en Europa. El interés de estas páginas es histórico, ético y estético.

Demokratien geraten zunehmend unter Druck. Dabei wird die Bedeutung von Demokratie selbst zum Gegenstand der Auseinandersetzung. Diese Auseinandersetzungen nimmt der vorliegende Band zum Anlass, die Bedeutung von Demokratie grundsätzlich zu untersuchen. Mit dem Begriff der Konstituenzien sind dabei jene wesentlichen Bedingungen gemeint, die Demokratie ausmachen. Die meisten dieser Bedingungen sind normativ. Was Demokratie ist, wird auch und gerade dadurch bestimmt, was Demokratie sein sollte. Damit geht es um jene Normen, deren Verwirklichung politische Praktiken zu demokratischen Praktiken macht. Sind diese Normen nur eingeschränkt verwirklicht, mindert sich der demokratische Gehalt von Politik. Inwieweit ist dann nun aber eigentlich der Fall? Und was können wir dagegen tun? Antworten auf diese Fragen geben einschlägige Vertreterinnen und Vertreter aus Philosophie, Politik- und Rechtswissenschaft.

Yes, European social policy exists, and its origins can be traced back nearly 70 years. This book succeeds in demystifying Social Europe and explains its significance in the integration process for the broader public. Björn Hacker maps out the lines of conflict in social affairs between Member States and the EU, as well as between economic and social progress. These lines of conflict determine the modes and actors of European social policy, creating tangible development stages with different focus points. Going back to Willy Brandt and Jacques Delors the author highlights visions of Social Europe in their respective paradigmatic environment and mirrors what is left of them today. Challenges of socioeconomic imbalances, the twin transformation and multiple crises setting, make this book an indispensable companion for all those who want to understand and further progress Social Europe. The volume on Social Europe is part of the Foundation for European Progressive Studies (FEPS) Primers Series.

Der Band ist dem Verhältnis von Informationen, Wahlen und Demokratie gewidmet. Deutschland, aber auch andere Länder in den Blick nehmend, widmen sich die Autor:innen vor allem den Bürger:innen, ihren Einstellungen, Interessen und Wahlentscheidungen. Auch die Rolle von Kontexten wird beleuchtet, insbesondere von Informationskontexten: Wie und mit wem sprechen Menschen über Politik, wie informieren sie sich über neue und alte Medien, welche Rollen spielen intermediäre Instanzen?Mit Beiträgen vonO. Appiah | K. Armingeon | Paul A. Beck | T. Bräuninger | P. Darius | M. Debus | B. Ebbinghaus | S. Ellerbrock | W. Eveland | Th. Faas | S. Huber | M. Jiménez-Buedo | R. Johnston | S. Kleinman | H.-D. Klingemann | K.-R. Korte | P. Kraft | M. Krewel | S. Liebig | J. Long | O. Lup | L. Morales | M. Neuman | F. Pappi | J. Partheymüller | M. Peffley | L. Ramiro | A. Roemmele | R. Rohrschneider | S. Roßteutscher | A. Schäfer | C. Schnaudt | J. van Deth | K. Voltmer | S. Walter | K. Weissenbach | B. Weßels | C. Wolf | A. Wolsing

"When Michael Lewis first met him, Sam Bankman-Fried was the world's youngest billionaire and crypto's Gatsby. CEOs, celebrities, and leaders of small countries all vied for his time and cash after he catapulted, practically overnight, onto the Forbes billionaire list. Who was this rumpled guy in cargo shorts and limp white socks, whose eyes twitched across Zoom meetings as he played video games on the side? In Going Infinite Lewis sets out to answer this question, taking readers into the mind of Bankman-Fried, whose rise and fall offers an education in high-frequency trading, cryptocurrencies, philanthropy, bankruptcy, and the justice system. Both psychological portrait and financial roller-coaster ride, Going Infinite is Michael Lewis at the top of his game, tracing the mind-bending trajectory of a character who never liked the rules and was allowed to live by his own--until it all came undone"--

Un essai fondateur sur les principes de gouvernement et la nature de la liberté politique, civile et religieuse. Écrit par Joseph Priestley, penseur anglais et érudit de la Révolution américaine, cet ouvrage est une analyse approfondie des idées de l'époque et une réflexion sur les valeurs fondamentales de la société. Un texte incontournable pour comprendre l'histoire de la pensée politique.This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it.This work is in the "public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work.Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.

The book provides robust discussions on the ways in which Jamaicans are experiencing flawed democracy; the impact it has not just on the political system and their political participation but also economic development and socio-cultural challenges.

Democracy 'binds us as one, ' but who'll blow the whistle on myths and rorts of the lucky country - our fair-go hard-yakka dreamtime multiculture of aspirational lifters and bogan leaners?

Eddie S. Glaude Jr. weaves personal anecdotes and meditations to offer a positive vision for Black politics: the importance of ordinary people assuming the mantle of leaders and heroes our democracy desperately needs. To build a better world, we must cultivate our best selves, not rely on the professional politicians who purportedly represent us.

The Atlantic Council Freedom and Prosperity Center has assembled this collection of essays exploring the relationship between freedom and prosperity. Thirty scholars and political leaders from twelve countries have contributed seventeen essays, together making the case that durable prosperity is achieved in countries with economic, political, and legal freedom. The Freedom and Prosperity Center aims to increase the well-being of people everywhere and especially that of the poor and marginalized in developing countries through unbiased, data-based research on the relationship between prosperity and economic, political, and legal freedoms, in support of sound policy choices. The Center analyzes some of the defining questions of our time and of all time. Do countries need freedom to achieve prosperity? Do democracies or autocracies have the better answers to the aspirations of the peoples of the world? What about countries that are not electoral democracies in the Western sense, but have high levels of economic and legal freedoms and leaders who appear to enjoy a high level of legitimacy among their citizens? Central to answering these questions are the Freedom and Prosperity Indexes. The indexes measure the freedom and prosperity of nearly every country in the world. This collection of essays is based, in large part, on these Indexes - the unique insights that emerge from their close study, and the questions they raise for decision makers worldwide.