William E Scheuerman Livres

The book examines the profound effects of rapid societal acceleration on liberal democracies, particularly focusing on the traditional separation of powers. Author William Scheuerman analyzes how instantaneous communication and swift financial transactions challenge established political structures and processes. By exploring the consequences of this acceleration, the work delves into the implications for governance and democratic engagement in an age where information and influence move at unprecedented speeds.

Focusing on the insights of Franz L. Neumann and Jürgen Habermas, this volume explores the significant political and legal changes brought about by globalization. It examines how Neumann's foundational theories and Habermas's contemporary perspectives can illuminate the complexities of modern governance and societal shifts in the context of an interconnected world. Through this lens, the book aims to provide a deeper understanding of the implications of globalization on legal and political structures.

What is civil disobedience? Although Mahatma Gandhi and Martin Luther King helped to bring the idea to prominence, even today it remains unclear how we should best understand civil disobedience.

Emerging direct-action labor movements are transforming American labor activism in the twenty-first century. The book explores the innovative strategies and grassroots efforts that characterize these movements, highlighting their potential to reshape the labor landscape. It delves into the challenges and successes faced by workers as they advocate for their rights, emphasizing the importance of solidarity and collective action in today's socio-economic climate.

Scholarly and political interest in the controversial 20th Century German thinker Carl Schmitt has exploded in the last twenty years. This volume, focusing directly on Schmitt's complex ideas about law, situates his views within broader debates about the rule of law and its fate, taking seriously his Nazi-era political and legal writings.