"Examines the concept of the people and the problems it raises for liberal democratic theory, constitutional theory, and critical theory. Argues that the people

The first collaborative volume to explore popular sovereignty, a pivotal concept in the history of political thought.

"The best explanation that I have seen for our distinctive combination of faith, hope and naiveté concerning the governmental process." —Michael Kamman, Wash

A path-breaking critical analysis of the meaning and interpretation of the German constitution in the Weimar years (1919-1933).

Sovereignty, originally the figure of 'sovereign', then the state, today meets new challenges of globalization and privatization of power.