The Kantian case against democracy

Critical Review of International Social and Political Philosophy 26 (2):243-250 (2023)
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Contrary to what Cordelli argues, the relationship between Kantian legitimacy and democratic decision-making is contingent rather than necessary. This paper counters the connection between Kantian legitimacy and democracy in three ways: by arguing that democratic authorization is (i) not necessary, (ii) not sufficient, and indeed may be (iii) detrimental to, legitimate governance.

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10.1080/13698230.2022.2133828

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