For the People - by A C Grayling (Paperback)

Book Synopsis

Around the world the foundations of democracy, freedom, civil liberties are being eroded - what can be done?

Are we living through the end of the democratic moment? While democracy once seemed the bedrock of Western societies, the past few decades have revealed a fragile reality. Once liberal countries are turning to authoritarianism, wealthy individuals and corporations are interfering with elections ever more flagrantly, and faith in democracy has plummeted among every demographic. What happened?

From gerrymandering and partisanship to corporate interference and tainted donations, A. C. Grayling reveals the forces undermining our democratic ideals and offers bold solutions. An urgent wake-up call to the risks this poses to us all, For The People reminds us why democracy remains worth fighting for.

Review Quotes

'If you are looking for a judicious analysis of why democratic ideas are being undermined in the UK and US, then I would recommend A. C. Grayling's For the People.' --Independent

About the Author

A. C. Grayling is the Founder and Principal of the New College of the Humanities at Northeastern University, London, and its Professor of Philosophy. Among his many books are Who Owns the Moon?, Discriminations and The History of Philosophy. He is a regular contributor to The Times, Guardian, Financial Times, Independent, Economist and many more.