Exploring the remnants of Enlightenment ideals like democracy, freedom, and universality, this book critically examines their relevance in today's relativist and postmodern landscape. It challenges readers to rethink the project of modernity and reflects on how these foundational concepts have evolved or diminished in contemporary thought.
Exploring the concept of 'the democratic horizon,' Alessandro Ferrara delves into the various challenges faced by democracies today. He examines the complexities and pressures that influence democratic systems, offering insights into how these challenges affect governance and civic engagement. Through his analysis, Ferrara highlights the importance of understanding these dynamics to foster resilient democracies in an ever-evolving political landscape.
The Rise and the Prospect of the Judgment Model in Contemporary Political Philosophy
Focusing on theories of judgement in political and moral philosophy, this book critically examines the works of key thinkers such as Rawls and Dworkin. It provides a historical overview of judgement models, explores the role of constitutions, and discusses deliberative democracy. The concluding sections delve into universalism, contemporary liberalism, and the relationship between judgement and justice, offering readers a nuanced understanding of these complex themes in modern political discourse.
The Rise and the Prospect of the Judgement Model in Contemporary Political Philosophy
Focusing on theories of judgment in political and moral philosophy, this book critically analyzes the works of prominent thinkers such as Rawls, Habermas, and Dworkin. It provides a historical overview of judgment models, explores the role of constitutions and deliberative democracy, and culminates in a discussion on universalism and contemporary liberalism, along with the judgment perspective on justice. This comprehensive examination offers insights into the normative validity of political discourse and the evolution of democratic ideals.
The Case of EU Cohesion Policy and of US Federal Investment Policies
The book examines public investment and government intervention in Europe and the USA, highlighting the EU Cohesion Policy and US Federal Investment Policies. Ferrara analyzes how these frameworks shape economic development and address regional disparities, providing insights into the effectiveness of governmental strategies in fostering growth and equity across different regions.
Název knihy v sobě skrývá dvojí význam slova soudnost. V prvním plánu odkazuje k otázce, zda dosavadní pokusy o evropské a globální uspořádání svědčí o dostatku či nedostatku soudnosti v běžném smyslu tohoto slova. Ve druhém, hlubším plánu nabízí Ferrarovu originální interpretaci soudnosti v kantovském smyslu, která již v některých zemích vyvolala živou diskusi. Obě čtení soudnosti mají v této publikaci své místo. Uspořádal a úvod napsal Marek Hrubec Z italských originálů přeložila Naděžda Bonaventurová, z anglických originálů přeložili Aleš Kubeczka a Ondřej Lánský Vydání první
Kniha umožňuje hlubší porozumění sporům o ospravedlnění a zakládání ústavy, a tak zaplňuje mezeru, která se objevila v aktuálních diskuzích o ústavě v mnoha evropských zemích.
