Radical Democracy

<em>Radical Democracy</em> addresses the loss of faith in conventional party politics and argues for new ways of thinking about diversity liberty and civic responsibility. The cultural and social theorists in <em>Radical Democracy</em> broaden the discussion beyond the conventional and conservative rhetoric by investigating the applicability of radical democracy in the United States. Issues debated include whether democracy is primarily a form of decision making or an instrument of popular empowerment; and whether democracy constitutes an abstract ideal or an achievable goal.