The Politics of Moral Capital

John Kane argues that, despite appearances, politicians and governments care deeply about people's moral judgments, for these provide the moral capital they depend on for survival and effective functioning. Some famous leaders--Lincoln, de Gaulle, Mandela--illustrate the workings of moral capital in politics, and a study of the American presidency from Kennedy to Clinton shows how the moral capital of the United States has been eroded, with severe consequences for the nation's morale.

Author: John Kane
Publisher: Cambridge University Press
Published: 09/03/2001
Pages: 288
Binding Type: Paperback
Weight: 1.01lbs
Size: 8.96h x 6.03w x 1.45d
ISBN: 9780521663571

Review Citation(s):
Choice 10/01/2002 pg. 356