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Communitarianism is currently the subject of much interest and scrutiny by both liberals and conservatives. In Community and Tradition, eight distinguished scholars articulate the clearest statement to date of the conservative vision of community. In contrast to the progressive model of community, which emphasizes secular civil theologies, government, participatory democracy, and utilitarian moralities, the contributors to this volume identify and locate the roots of friendship and common purpose in tradition, intermediate associations, local autonomy, and religious belief. Not only do the contributors renew and refine the conservative understanding of community, but they also express their belief that the liberal version of community needs to be challenged. This volume is essential reading for all political theorists who study the balance between rights and responsibilities within the context of the community.

Table of Contents

Chapter 1 Introduction
Chapter 2 Contemporary Communitarianism, the Lure of the State, and the Modern Quest for Community
Chapter 3 American Community
Chapter 4 The Constitution and Community
Chapter 5 Mr. Emerson's Tombstone
Chapter 6 Charles Taylor on Multiculturalism and the Politics of Recognition
Chapter 7 On the Extent of Community: Civil Society, Civil Religion, and the State
Chapter 8 Is William Galston Really a Liberal?
Chapter 9 Commitment and Obligation
Chapter 10 Notes
Chapter 11 Index

Product details

Published Aug 13 1998
Format Paperback
Edition 1st
Extent 214
ISBN 9780847686612
Imprint Rowman & Littlefield Publishers
Dimensions 9 x 6 inches
Publisher Bloomsbury Publishing

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