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“Uncompromising and unconventional . . . Cornel West is an eloquent prophet with attitude.” — Newsweek“
"A timely analysis about the current state of democratic systems in America." — The Boston Globe
In Democracy Matters, Cornel West argues that if America is to become a better steward of democratization around the world, we must first wake up to the long history of corruption that has plagued our own democracy: racism, free market fundamentalism, aggressive militarism, and escalating authoritarianism.
This impassioned and empowering call for the revitalization of America's democracy, by one of our most distinctive and compelling social critics, will reshape the raging national debate about America's role in today's troubled world.
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"Cornell West is probably one of the most brilliant african-american white liberals in the country... even the elements of this overview of the current state of american democracy which still elicit a knee-jerk response from the sublimated radical in me are brilliantly expounded upon in such a way as to make even me give them at least a slight modicum of credence... a must read"
— Däv (4 out of 5 stars)
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Uncompromising and unconventional . . . Cornel West is an eloquent prophet with attitude.
— Newsweek -
“West reveals himself as a thinker of dazzling erudition, whose critiques are inevitably balanced by an infectious optimism and magnanimity of spirit.
— The Village Voice
Democracy Matters Listener Reviews
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" Think I really like about Dr. West is that he is the perfect dialectic of fierce critic and mediator. It's easy to be one or the other: "here's a list of what's wrong and who's responsible..." or "everyone should live in perfect, color-blind harmony!" but difficult to straddle both with intelligence and conviction. "
— Andrew, 2/19/2014 -
" Professor West is a bright man. His book is worth the read if one wants to get a good perspective on the country's current issues with youth and their importance to this country's progress. "
— Alma, 2/14/2014 -
" West is a modern day prophet with the courage to speak the truth this age needs to hear! And it takes courage to speak his brand of truth. This book sits on my desk at work as a reminder of what I value and what is real. "
— Patrice, 2/11/2014 -
" An excellent book. Ranty? Yes. Flighty? Yes. I presume his goal is to light a curiosity to explore the wealth of knowledge & topics he touched on and reference. Understand knowledge like wealth are to be sought. "
— Jonathan, 1/12/2014 -
" Best most penetrating book on American fiber I've read. "
— Richard, 1/2/2014 -
" don't even get me started aon this book just yet. even though i gave it 4 stars, i am critical of most of what the man had to say. "
— William, 12/18/2013 -
" Expand the vision of what is usually presented. "
— Mike, 12/16/2013 -
" Another look at the destruction of democracy in America, imperial arrogance and a call to the people to save it before it is too late. I liked it but I think it is already too late. "
— Dirk, 12/9/2013 -
" Tragicomic hope, prophetic witness, Socratic questioning. Leads me to Dr. King. Reminds of Jacob Needleman's "The American Soul" with its focus on the faithful basis of American government. "
— Nick, 11/23/2013 -
" this book can die "
— Alexi, 11/22/2013 -
" Careful examination of the democratic tradition "
— Sam, 3/14/2013 -
" I really love this book, it just takes me a while to read it, and re-read it. I just love his arguments for the state of our current political climate. "
— Doni, 10/2/2012 -
" I think this book could've been really interesting and thoughtful, but I found it very repetitive. The first five pages of every chapter kept my attention, but then I started to drift. "
— Amy, 6/19/2012 -
" Fantastic audio book. will incorporate in my research. "
— Jose, 5/31/2012 -
" Great beacon of knowledge, but a very touch read to stick with due to excessive prof jargon. "
— Christopher, 3/15/2012 -
" The only thing better and more enriching than a novel by Mr. West is seeing him speak in person: he is a modern day prophet. "
— Mfalco65, 2/20/2012 -
" West never disappoints. "
— Josh, 9/10/2011 -
" Fantastic audio book. will incorporate in my research. "
— Jose, 5/27/2011 -
" Brother West is Not without an opinion. He drains me with his verbage but I get him principibly(hope I spelled that right). I think. "
— James, 4/28/2010 -
" I think this book could've been really interesting and thoughtful, but I found it very repetitive. The first five pages of every chapter kept my attention, but then I started to drift. "
— Amy, 11/8/2009 -
" Expand the vision of what is usually presented. "
— Mike, 7/3/2009
About Cornel West
Cornel West is a philosopher, academic, activist, author, actor, critic, and prominent member of the Democratic Socialists of America. He is a graduate of Harvard University and received his PhD at Princeton University. The author of numerous books and articles, he is best known for his three New York Times bestsellers Race Matters, Democracy Matters, and Rich and the Rest of Us, co-authored with Tavis Smiley, as well as his memoir Brother West: Living and Loving Out Loud. He appears frequently on the Bill Maher Show, Colbert Report, CNN, and C-Span; he has also appeared in over twenty-five documentaries and films, including Examined Life, Call & Response, Sidewalk, and Stand.