The Cultural Contradictions of Democracy

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The book critically examines the impact of 9/11 on American foreign policy, highlighting the tension between ideals like democracy and the reality of ongoing conflicts in the Muslim world. John Brenkman analyzes the flawed rhetoric surrounding freedom and democracy, arguing that it has distorted political discourse. By revisiting the foundational contradictions of democratic thought, he seeks to revitalize the conversation around liberty and provide a new framework for political debate in the context of contemporary global challenges.