[For connections class]
Chapter Summary:
West attributes one of the downfalls of the American Democratic tradition to the rise of three nihilistic types that occupy government and frustrate the transition back to democratic ideals. He claims that although "they dominate our discourse, they are not the authentic voices of American Democracy."In his final sentence he states that "democracy matters much, hardworking and poor citizens reign, and [nihilistic] empire is dismantled so that all the nations can breath freely and aspire to democracy matters, if they have the visions and courage to do so."
- Does West support a form of direct democracy?
- Given the circumstances of the current political sphere, is "vision and courage" enough?
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