Democracy and Solidarity

In his latest work, James Davison Hunter explores the evolving cultural divisions that underpin America's current political crisis. He examines the contradictions in liberal democracy, highlighting an abstract commitment to freedom and equality that remains unrealized. As the historic sources of national solidarity dissolve, Hunter argues that the resulting political polarization reveals a deeper absence of cultural resources necessary for bridging societal divides. The book raises critical questions about the future of liberal democracy and what cultural foundations can support it in a post-Enlightenment era.