Now in its twelfth edition, Political Ideologies and the Democratic Ideal continues the book''s tradition of offering a clear, concise and comprehensive introduction to the ideas and ideals that shake and shape our political world. The text outlines a framework defining each ideology in terms of the four functions ideologies performs - explanation, evaluation, orientation, and political program - allowing students to compare, contrast, and analyze the various ideologies, developing their own unique views and critical thinking skills.
New to this Edition
- A new co-author, Jennet Kirkpatrick, recognized for her teaching and scholarship in political theory, feminist theory and resistance.
- Chapter 2; updated material on voter suppression and populism.
- Chapter 3; expanded discussion of the relationship between Adam Smith-s moral and economic theories; how John Stuart Mill-s views on free speech might apply to contemporary controversies; differ
