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The Rights of Others examines the boundaries of political community by focusing on political membership.

An examination of how the modern idea of constitutional referendums developed and how direct democracy became possible in modern states.

Nationalstaatliche Grenzen definieren die einen als Mitglieder, die anderen als Fremde. Wenn aber die staatliche Souveränität zunehmend ausfranst und die nationale Staatsbürgerschaft immer mehr ausfasert, wie es im Gefolge der Globalisierung geschieht, dann werden auch ihre Definitionen immer unklarer. Hier sieht Seyla Benhabib eine der dringlichsten und problematischsten Aufgaben der heutigen Weltpolitik. In „Die Rechte der Anderen“ untersucht Benhabib die Prinzipien und Praktiken zur Einbindung von Fremden und Immigranten in die bestehende politische Praxis. Sie greift dabei auf aktuelle Beispielfälle zurück, unter anderem auf den »Kopftuchstreit« in Frankreich und Deutschland. Benhabib plädiert – im Sinne Kants – für einen moralischen Universalismus und kosmopolitischen Föderalismus. Sie tritt ein für durchlässige Grenzen – nicht für absolut offene –, wobei sie sich nicht nur für das Recht von Flüchtlingen und Asylsuchenden auf Aufnahme stark macht, sondern auch für das regulative Recht der Demokratien.

This book offers a clear and insightful analysis of the critical role that legislation plays in society. It explores how laws shape our lives, influence governance, and affect social order, emphasizing the necessity of understanding legal frameworks. Through original perspectives, it delves into the complexities of legislative processes and their impact on various aspects of daily life, making a compelling case for the significance of informed engagement with laws.

This book presents a groundbreaking feminist perspective that transcends traditional economic and philosophical frameworks. It emphasizes the importance of grounding discussions of justice in the real-life experiences and struggles of impoverished women worldwide. By advocating for a truly international approach, the author seeks to reshape feminist discourse to be more inclusive and reflective of diverse realities, making it a vital contribution to contemporary feminist thought.

According to republican theory, we are free persons to the extent that we are protected and secured in the same fundamental choices, on the same public basis, as one another. But there is no public protection or security without a coercive state. Does this mean that any freedom we enjoy is a superficial good that presupposes a deeper, political form of subjection? Philip Pettit addresses this crucial question in On the People's Terms. He argues that state coercion will not involve individual subjection or domination insofar as we enjoy an equally shared form of control over those in power. This claim may seem utopian but it is supported by a realistic model of the institutions that might establish such democratic control. Beginning with a fresh articulation of republican ideas, Pettit develops a highly original account of the rationale of democracy, breathing new life into democratic theory.

This book offers a thoughtful exploration of essential social questions, presented in a clear and engaging manner. It delves into the complexities of human existence and societal dynamics, providing insights that are both profound and accessible. The author combines a humane perspective with concise language, making the discussion relatable and impactful.

The latest contribution to one of the most distinguished and important series in political thought in the world.

What did democracy mean before liberalism? What are the consequences for our lives today? These questions are examined by this book.