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Democracy in Iran (The Theories, Concepts and Practices of Democracy) - Hardcover

Book 1 of 13: The Theories, Concepts and Practices of Democracy

Jahanbegloo, R.

 
9781137330161: Democracy in Iran (The Theories, Concepts and Practices of Democracy)

Synopsis

Democratic government is something that has eluded Iran despite a series of non-violent revolutions aimed at establishing a system of governance that would promote both public freedom and political accountability. This explores the obstacles to the growth of democracy in Iran and posits a plan for non-violent action to help Iranians achieve it.

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About the Author

Ramin Jahanbegloo is Associate Professor of Political Science and York-Noor Visiting Chair in Islamic Studies at York University, Canada as well as a Senior Fellow at the Canada Centre for Global Security Studies. He won the Peace Prize from the United Nations Association in Spain (2009) for his academic work promoting cross-cultural dialogue and his advocacy for non-violence as well as the Palau i Fabra International Prize for the Best Essay in 2011. His most recent publication was the Gandhian Moment which published in 2013.

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