Threats to Democracy: Nationalism, Populism, Extremism and Christianity’s Response to Them: Recent submissions
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Introduction: Democracy in the Pre-War Era?
(Unum Press, 2025)The introductory chapter to the volume Threats to Democracy: Nationalism, Populism, Extremism and Christianity’s Response to Them, written by Maciej Ostrowski and Patryk Zając, seeks to diagnose the contemporary condition ... -
Wprowadzenie: Demokracja w czasach przedwojennych?
(Unum Press, 2025)Tekst wprowadzający do monografii Zagrożenia demokracji: nacjonalizm, populizm, ekstremizm i odpowiedź chrześcijaństwa na nie autorstwa Macieja Ostrowskiego i Patryka Zająca podejmuje próbę diagnozy współczesnej kondycji ... -
The Afternoon of Mature Christianity: A Journey through Democracy. Interview Conducted by Patryk Zając
(Unum Press, 2025)This interview with Prof. Tomáš Halík, conducted by Patryk Zając, serves as the opening chapter of the monograph Threats to Democracy: Nationalism, Populism, Extremism and Christianity’s Response to Them. The discussion ... -
Human togetherness in the midst of socio-economic structures – practical theological reflection
(Unum Press, 2025)The text offers a theological reflection on the relationship between democracy, autocracy, and contemporary social and cultural challenges. Christians are called to engage in overcoming global crises, including ecological ... -
The War in Ukraine as a Challenge of Global Democracy
(Unum Press, 2025)Why is the war in Ukraine seen as a challenge to global democracy? The author examines the geopolitical context of this war, drawing parallels with events from 2014–2015, including the annexation of Crimea. Russia, as an ... -
The Importance of Small and Medium Business Development in the Formation of a Democratic Society
(Unum Press, 2025)Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) play a key role in shaping a democratic society. The author discusses the essence of micro-enterprises and the role they play in the life of society. His main goal is to present ... -
Populist trend in popular piety – threats or opportunities?
(Unum Press, 2025)Populism finds its reflection in the structure and mission of the Church, exemplified by Pope Francis’ emphasis on listening to the voice of the faithful. Popular piety, which reflects the cultural and spiritual needs of ... -
The Role of Religion in the Development and Threats of Democracy
(Unum Press, 2025)There is a multifaceted relationship between democracy and religion. Historical examples highlight the dual role of Christianity in supporting democratic ideals and, at times, challenging them, including its influence on ... -
Populism vs Liberal Democracy: Rule over the people, in the Name of the People
(Unum Press, 2025)The rise of populism poses a significant challenge to liberal democracy, as populist leaders exploit social divisions, emotions, and unmet expectations to gain influence. While populists claim to support democracy, they ... -
Georgia’s Democracy on The Edge, Continuity and Change
(Unum Press, 2025)This article examines Georgia’s transition to democracy, focusing on key historical periods and political shifts. It highlights Shevardnadze’s presidency and patron-client relations, the Rose Revolution, Saakashvili’s ... -
Religion in Electoral Autocracy: The Case Alevi Bektashi Culture and Cemevi Directorate of Turkey
(Unum Press, 2025)Democratization in Turkey has never been a straightforward process. Turkey, like other democratic societies, relies on unwritten social contracts, including the Turkishness and Muslimness Contracts. While democratization ... -
The genocide in Rwanda – an example of nationalism and extremism
(Unum Press, 2025)The Rwandan genocide, which unfolded over 100 days in 1994, resulted in the deaths of 800,000 to 1 million people, primarily Tutsis, along with Hutus who opposed the massacres. The genocide stemmed from long-standing ... -
Democratic Decline in Georgia and Its Impact on Georgia’s Political Approximation with the European Union
(Unum Press, 2025)The political crisis in Georgia reflects ongoing challenges in its democratic development, marked by strained relations with the EU and the US. The Georgian Dream party faces accusations of undermining democratic institutions, ... -
The problem of demos – limitation of an active suffrage for a convicted person who committed a particularly serious crime
(Unum Press, 2025)The problem of disenfranchising individuals convicted of particularly serious crimes presents significant challenges to democratic principles. While democracy emphasizes equal participation, certain exceptions – such as ... -
Not too young to run: lowering the voting age and enhancing democracy through youth political engagement
(Unum Press, 2025)In Georgia, little is said about young people’s right to participate in political life. As a result, the voices of young people are not fully heard by the state, which ultimately contributes to political disengagement among ... -
Challenges and opportunities for women in a Religious Context
(Unum Press, 2025)This paper explores the challenges and opportunities for women in religious contexts, focusing on the role of women within Christian traditions. It examines the historical and theological foundations of gender roles in ... -
The healthcare system and medical sciences as an area of populism – a review of the issue
(Unum Press, 2025)This article explores the intersection of populism with healthcare systems and medical sciences, emphasizing the vulnerability of these fields to populist narratives. It examines how the complexity of healthcare systems, ... -
Moving Past Fear and Secular Control: Reimagining Normative Democratic Theory with Pragmatic Neutrality, a Utilitarian Metaethics of Religion, and the Ethos of Reconciled Difference
(Unum Press, 2025)Liberal democracies frequently grapple with fears arising from religious pluralism and its perceived potential to disrupt the secular public order. Post-Enlightenment normative democratic theories, notably those advanced ... -
Theory of gender performativity as an example of deconstructionism threatening democracy
(Unum Press, 2025)This article examines Judith Butler’s theory of gender performativity as an example of deconstructionism that challenges democratic norms. It contextualizes her ideas within the framework of third-wave feminism, exploring ... -
Neuroscientist Insights into Threats to Democracy and the Nexus of Science and Faith
(Unum Press, 2025)The author highlights a need for an interdisciplinary approach to understanding complex human experiences at the intersection of neuroscience, theology, social sciences, and political science. By integrating insights from ...
