Where Do We Go from Here?: American Democracy and the Renewal of the Radical Imagination Contributor(s): Major, Mark (Editor), Bronner, Stephen Eric (Contribution by), Collins, Sheila D. (Contribution by) |
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ISBN: 0739137174 ISBN-13: 9780739137178 Publisher: Lexington Books OUR PRICE: $126.72 Product Type: Hardcover - Other Formats Published: March 2010 |
Additional Information |
BISAC Categories: - Political Science | Political Ideologies - Radicalism - Political Science | Political Ideologies - Conservatism & Liberalism - Political Science | Public Policy - City Planning & Urban Development |
Dewey: 320.973 |
LCCN: 2010001602 |
Series: Logos: Perspectives on Modern Society and Culture |
Physical Information: 0.63" H x 6" W x 9" (1.11 lbs) 226 pages |
Descriptions, Reviews, Etc. |
Publisher Description: Progressive politics has long been in crisis in the United States. As the radical Left realizes the dire consequences of defining themselves solely by what they are against, this collection challenges leading engaged academics and activists to show how radical politics can lead to a more fruitful democracy. Dealing with pressing issues of the day such as health care, race, immigration, religion, foreign policy, unions, feminism, liberalism, education, and the media, this edited volume looks at the prospects for a progressive turn in U.S. politics. In doing so, it hopes to inspire the radical imagination by showing where we can go from here. As technology continues to enable greater access to ideas around the world, the power of intellectuals is greater than ever. And given that the world is full of crushing poverty, sexism, uneven development, environmental degeneration, religious fanaticism, racism, and imperialism, the need for intellectuals to inspire the radical imagination by championing principles of economic and social justice, democracy, and universality is also greater than ever. However, political visions are required to guide that struggle. This is the aim of this book. |