We are witnessing a crisis of liberal democracy. A widespread fear
of social decline, rapid globalization and uncontrolled immigration
have culminated in a prevailing mood of hostility towards the
established order. Confidence in democratic institutions and
mainstream political parties is fast eroding, with people
increasingly drawn towards the rhetoric of populist demagogues and
authoritarian leaders. What are the roots of this revolt against
liberalism and how can it be countered? In this new book, the
leading Green politician and thinker Ralf Fucks argues that the
threat to liberal democracy lies within democracy itself. Democracy
is the fundamental guarantor of freedom and it is our own failure
to defend it that has led to the encroachment of an illiberal and
divisive politics. In a powerful counter, Fucks outlines the
foundations for an ambitious democratic renewal: greater investment
in the public institutions to create a sense of belonging and
political community; a focus on education as the key instrument for
social advancement; the promotion of a democratic patriotism based
on common political values; a better understanding of how to
increase participation in the emerging digital economy; and
sustainable innovation that will unleash the creative potential of
liberal societies. This robust defense of liberal democracy will be
essential reading for anyone concerned about the very real threat
faced by our democratic freedoms today and wondering what we can do
about it.
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