Past Present Future Rethinking Democracy w/ Lea Ypi
Oct 19, 2023
Lea Ypi, a political philosopher and author, joins David to discuss rethinking democracy. They explore the purpose and justification of democracy, the role of coalitions, challenges and potential for international democracy, and the role of faith in politics. This conversation sets the stage for future episodes about rethinking the ideas that made the modern world.
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Introduction
00:00 • 2min
The Ideal of Democracy and its Justification of Power
02:14 • 31min
The Evolution of Democracy and the Role of Coalitions
33:01 • 6min
The Disjunction Between Electoral Coalitions and Government Formation in Liberal Democracy
39:00 • 5min
Challenges and Potential for International Democracy
43:34 • 5min
The Role of Faith in Politics and Varying Levels of Enthusiasm
48:12 • 3min