Legitimacy and Politics: A Contribution to the Study of Political Right and Political Responsibility

Coicaud, Jean-Marc/ Curtis, David Ames (Editor)/ Curtis, David Ames

ISBN 10: 0521787823 / ISBN 13: 9780521787826

Published by Cambridge Univ Pr, 2002

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259 pages. 8.50x6.00x0.75 inches. In Stock.

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Bibliographic Details

• Title: Legitimacy and Politics: A Contribution to the Study of Political Right and Political Responsibility
• Publisher: Cambridge Univ Pr
• Publication Date: 2002
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 0521787823
• ISBN 13: 9780521787826
• Binding: Paperback
• Condition: Brand New
• Weight: 0.46 kilograms

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Synopsis

Instances of corruption, extremism, and public distrust have increasingly raised the question of political legitimacy in recent years. The author examines the issue by looking at the conditions necessary for a "rule of law" to exist. He argues that in a democracy the greater the powers given to a political leader, the greater that leader's responsibilities toward society. In order to enjoy legitimacy therefore, our rulers must assume these responsibilities and be held accountable for them. This book will be of interest to political and social theorists and political philosophers.

About the Author

Jean-Marc Coicaud is Senior Academic Officer on the Peace and Governance Program of the United Nations University (Tokyo).