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Lord Sumption: Is liberal democracy in big trouble?

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The Fragility of Democracy and the Role of International Law

This chapter delves into the intricate nature of international law, focusing on the roles of the International Criminal Court and the International Court of Justice while examining the European Convention on Human Rights within the UK. It raises important questions about the governance of member states versus international directives, and reflects on the historical context of democracy as a potential anomaly in human governance.

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