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ID148029
Title ProperWisdom of the many in global governance
Other Title Informationan epistemic-democratic defense of diversity and inclusion
LanguageENG
AuthorStevenson, Hayley
Summary / Abstract (Note)A growing body of literature highlights moral reasons for embracing global democracy. This literature justifies democracy on the grounds of its intrinsic value. But democracy also has instrumental value: the rule of the many is epistemically superior to the rule of one or the rule of the few. I draw on the tradition of epistemic democracy to develop an instrumentalist justification for democratizing global governance. I develop an epistemic-democratic framework for evaluating political institutions—one composed of three principles. The likelihood of making correct decisions within institutions of global governance increases when those institutions maximize (1) human development and capacity for participation; (2) their internal cognitive diversity; and (3) public opportunities for sharing objective and subjective knowledge. Applying this framework to global governance produces a better understanding of the nature and extent of its “democratic deficit,” as well as the actions required to address this deficit.
`In' analytical NoteInternational Studies Quarterly Vol. 60, No.3; Sep 2016: p.400-412
Journal SourceInternational Studies Quarterly Vol: 60 No 3
Key WordsGlobal Governance ;  Wisdom ;  Epistemic-Democratic Defense ;  Diversity and Inclusion ;  Embracing Global Democracy


 
 
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