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The White Man's version of Democracy in America? Brook Manville on the "Civic Bargain" that defines the history of democracy in western civilization

Keen On America

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Understanding Democracy's History and Civic Bargain

Brooke Manville, co-author of 'Civic Bargain, How Democracy Survives', explores the history and concept of democracy, highlighting the necessity of a 'civic bargain' for self-governance. The chapter compares the cautious approach of England's democracy to the swift process of America's democracy, while acknowledging the challenges faced by modern-day America.

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