Democracy and Religion: America and Israel

Ronald Dworkin has a unique ability to tie together abstract philosophical ideas and arguments with concrete everyday concerns in law, morals and politics. Dubbed "Mr. Justice" by the Times of London, Dworkin's pioneering scholarly work has had worldwide impact. He is a Professor of Philosophy and Law at New York University and a Professor of Law at University College London. In 2007, Dworkin was awarded the prestigious Holberg International Memorial Prize by the University of Bergen, Norway for outstanding scholarly work in the humanities. Dworkin has written influential articles on matters of public political controversy for many years. Among his many acclaimed books are: "Taking Rights Seriously," "Justice in Robes" and "Is Democracy Possible Here? Principles for New Political Debate."

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[gavinjayanand]

There's an hour well spent... Hats off to Professor Dworkin, his theories and suggestions should be the only way forward for this sordid world of ours.

[palenkero71]

Wonderfully clear, a great analysis of democracy that debunks the myths often hawkered the US rhetoric.

[MrJohnnieBlues]

America and democracy ? Its like black and white!

[TruthReasonMeaning]

@PaulTM2991 The values that are adopted as a fundamental part of any nation are the result of a constructive interpretation of that nation's legal and political culture and history that best justifies the existence of said nation and protects the fundamental values enshrined in the constitution. Clearly Democracy has been interpreted to fit the bill better than republicanism.

[TruthReasonMeaning]

@PaulTM2991 Yes, and America was also not founded as a nation opposed to slavery and human ownership, would you contest that it now rejects these as a justificatory interpretation of a "free" and liberal nation? If you read Dworkin's philosophy, particularly Law's Empire, you would see why and how he comes to the conclusion that he does about democracy and America. 

[Dave19141918]

@lalalady4216 Ohhh that was just sooooo funny, Ms. Piggy.

[lalalady4216]

Very clever and interesting man. I only wish he could help answer a question on him for jurisprudence exam in the morning lol

[qalamere]

Wow! Such a sharp mind! I became intrested in this philosopher first when I strated reading "Taking Rights Seriously"