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Ideology - that is so passé: This widely prevalent underestimation of ideology is unjustified. The cognitive theory of ideology presented in this volume starts out by examining the current usage of the term, and looks at ideologies in three dimensions: in terms of epistemology, as forms of needs-based thinking; in terms of worldviews, as fundamental assumptions about the nature of the world and value systems; and in terms of political platforms, as driving sociopolitical concepts. In every case, the challenge is to find a way to confront basic elements of the condition humaine with the principles of empirical-rational thought. Human beings are susceptible to needs-based thinking - but they also have the capacity to do something to resist it. Peter Tepe, Heinrich-Heine-Universität Düsseldorf.

Wir leben in einer Epoche der Reformen, der Berater, der Experten. Wir leben also in einer Zeit, in der politische Entscheidungen stark davon abhängen, wie viel Wirklichkeitskontakt und Lernfähigkeit in sie eingeht. Aber Gesellschaftsdiagnosen sind zugleich Waffen im Ideenkampf der Parteien und sozialen Bewegungen. Sie übertreiben, sie untertreiben, sie simplifizieren – und zwar notwendigerweise. Die Aktualität von Karl Mannheims 1929 erstmals veröffentlichter Abhandlung "Ideologie und Utopie" besteht in der Analyse dieses Dilemmas zwischen Realismus und Rhetorik, zwischen Wissen und Einsichtsunfähigkeit in der Auseinandersetzung um kollektiv verbindliche Normen. Mannheim fragt nach den politischen Folgen der Tatsache, dass die gleiche Welt verschiedenen Beobachtern verschieden erscheint. Und er fragt danach, wie unter diesen Umständen politische Rationalität möglich ist.

"This fascinating new text dissects the major political ideologies of our age, uncovering the rich layers of both their historical roots and their contemporary expressions. Emphasizing the plurality of political thought, the author examines contrasting views of the state's role in key policy areas, from personal rights and freedoms to social justice and economic growth. Written for intermediate-level political science courses, Political Ideologies provides a concise overview of the political theories and theorists that have shaped the modern world." "Highlights" "'Central Beliefs' boxes list the key tenets of each ideology, giving students succinct points for comparison." "Focus on contemporary ideologies, including religious fundamentalism and environmentalism, helps students understand the state of global political theory today." "In-depth analysis of theoristsf︢rom John Locke, founder of classical liberalism, to environmentalist Arne Ns̄s and pacifist Ursula Franklini︢nspires students with stories of how individual thinkers have shaped global political thought." "Canadian examples, incorporated throughout the text, help students understand complex theories within a familiar context." "End-of-chapter evaluations of strengths and weaknesses encourage students to critically assess and challenge even the most well-established ideologies." "Extensive lists of recommended readings suggest reliable starting points for further research." "A comprehensive timelinep︢rinted on the inside front coverp︢rovides students with a quick reference to significant moments in the development of political thought."--BOOK JACKET

Ist das "Ende der Ideologie" nahe? Das Werk bringt Klarheit in die Vielzahl der Ideologiedefinitionen von der Aufklärung bis zur Postmoderne, bei Marx, Engels, Lukács, Gramsci, Adorno, Althusser und anderen. Witzig, geistreich, außerordentlich informativ und mit spitzer Feder geschrieben.