Ethics and Character: The Pursuit of Democratic VirtuesWilliam Donald Richardson, James Michael Martinez, Kerry R. Stewart This unique text examines the debate over the role of character and virtue in democratic leadership and their relationship to a healthy democracy. Contributors include prominent scholars who focus on specific aspects of the critical question, "Who should lead and in what manner?" These scholars address this question from different perspectives and across several fields, including political science, philosophy, law, public administration, and public policy. |
Contents
Chapter Two Ethics Virtue and Character Development | 19 |
Chapter Four Constitutional Correctives for Democratic Vices | 69 |
Chapter Five The Tension Between Law and Ethics | 91 |
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