Books by James S. Fishkin

The author proposes a new kind of democracy for the modern era, one which gives citizens more power and more opportunities to exercise this power thoughtfully. He suggests a solution to the problem of inadequate deliberation, in particular within the American presidential nomination system.

Offering a critique of liberal political theories that do not satisfy the requirements for a self-reflective society, this work argues for a new theory of liberalism, claiming that the freely self-examining society it advocates provides the key to issues of political legitimacy and social justice.

Evaluating modern democratic practices, this text explains how the voice of the people has struggled to make itself heard in the past. It views changing concepts and practices of democracy, with examples that range from ancient Sparta to America's founders to the first Gallup polls.