Green Politics and Civic Republicanism: Green Republicanism as a Response to the Environmental and Political Crises of the 21st Century

This book explores the potential for engagement between green and civic republican thought as part of new approaches to the political and environmental crises of the twenty-first century, emphasizing the importance of interdependence, the common good, and constitutional law.

Format: Hardback
Length: 134 pages
Publication date: 15 August 2022
Publisher: Taylor & Francis Ltd

The twenty-first century presents us with a unique set of political and environmental challenges that demand innovative thinking and action. This book explores the potential for engagement between green and civic republican thought as part of these new approaches.

The green and civic republican traditions share a rich history and a common set of core principles. They both emphasize the interconnectedness of all things, the pursuit of the common good as opposed to individual or sectional interests, and a critical rejection of freedom as non-interference and the minimization of the state. Both traditions recognize the inherent vulnerability of human beings and the urgent need for stability and sustainability. They view the state as a crucial actor in achieving these goals, albeit a fragile one that must navigate complex social and ecological dynamics.

Both green and civic republican traditions place a strong emphasis on constitutional law, active citizenship, and participatory democracy. They critique economic inequality and capitalist economic growth, advocating for policies that promote social justice and environmental sustainability. The chapters in this book explore these themes in various ways, from examining fundamental concepts such as freedom, rights, and political judgment to analyzing the potential grounds for connections between green and republican political theory. They discuss topics such as vulnerability, limits, sustainability, and civic virtue and outline the kind of agonistic republican politics and green political economy that these imply.

The chapters in this book were originally published as a special issue of Critical Review of Social and Political Philosophy, showcasing the depth and richness of the dialogue between these two traditions. By exploring the potential for collaboration and synergy, this book offers a valuable contribution to the ongoing debate about political and environmental solutions in the twenty-first century.

Weight: 426g
Dimension: 234 x 156 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781032327839