Democracy in its elitist and participative versions and model of democratic autonomy

Authors

  • Heloisa Maria José de Oliveira

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.1590/%25x

Abstract

 

This essay deals with two tendencies considered fundamental in the study of democracy: elitist democracy and participative democracy. Taking these tendencies into account, a model of democracy is discussed which is founded on the autonomy principle, as put forward by David Held (1987). The aim of the paper is to provide elements both to support and stimulate the debate on democracy in the contemporary context.

Published

2003-01-01