On the Political
Book • 2011
Chantal Mouffe's "On the Political" is a significant contribution to contemporary political theory, exploring the nature of political conflict and the possibilities for democratic engagement.
Mouffe challenges the liberal consensus on politics, arguing that conflict is inherent to the political process and cannot be eliminated.
She advocates for a form of agonistic pluralism, where competing perspectives engage in respectful debate and contestation, rather than seeking to eliminate each other.
Mouffe's work emphasizes the importance of democratic deliberation and the role of political passion in shaping collective action.
Her ideas have had a significant impact on debates about democracy, pluralism, and the nature of political identity.
Mouffe challenges the liberal consensus on politics, arguing that conflict is inherent to the political process and cannot be eliminated.
She advocates for a form of agonistic pluralism, where competing perspectives engage in respectful debate and contestation, rather than seeking to eliminate each other.
Mouffe's work emphasizes the importance of democratic deliberation and the role of political passion in shaping collective action.
Her ideas have had a significant impact on debates about democracy, pluralism, and the nature of political identity.
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