Discursive representation

John S. Dryzek; Simon Niemeyer

doi:10.1017/S0003055408080325

Discursive representation

John S. Dryzek, Simon Niemeyer

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Abstract

Democracy can entail the representation of discourses as well as persons or groups. We explain and advocate discursive representation; explore its justifications, advantages, and problems; and show how it can be accomplished in practice. This practice can involve the selection of discursive representatives to a formal Chamber of Discourses and more informal processes grounded in the broader public sphere. Discursive representation supports many aspects of deliberative democracy and is especially applicable to settings such as the international system lacking a well-defined demos.

Original language	English
Pages (from-to)	481-493
Number of pages	13
Journal	American Political Science Review
Volume	102
Issue number	4
DOIs	https://doi.org/10.1017/S0003055408080325
Publication status	Published - Nov 2008

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