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- Although religion may not be the most significant factor in democratization, it still has the power to influence the building of new institutions, the legal status of civil liberties, and patterns of political participation, all of which are important factors when it comes to the consolidation of democracy.
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Jul 1, 2016 · Our study hopes to contribute to this debate by suggesting that relations between the state and religion, and the actors that contest them, are the central path through which religion impacts moments of potential democratisation. This requires a shift toward social and institutional analysis.
- Jocelyne Cesari
- 2016
Jul 1, 2016 · In this editorial, Jocelyne Cesari introduces a series of papers that seek to contribute to the growing literature on the role of religion in democratization, specifically focusing on interactions between the state and religion.
Jul 1, 2020 · The broad topic of religion and democracy extends not just to standards for governmental policy in relation to religion but also to normative standards appropriate for religious institutions that aspire to a kind of constructive citizenship in a democratic society.
- Robert Audi
- 2020
In research on religiosity and support for democratic norms, two major debates stand out: The first concerns whether some religious traditions, such as Islam or Orthodox Christianity, are inherently undemocratic, and hence whether supporters of these traditions have antidemocratic orientations.
Jul 1, 2016 · The relationship between religion, democratisation and democracy centres on three issues: Religious traditions have core elements: some are conducive to democratisation and democracy, others less so; Religious traditions are typically multi-vocal: at any moment there will be powerful figures more or less receptive to and encouraging of democracy;
- Jeffrey Haynes
- 2016
Religion can be a source of undemocratic attitudes but also a contributor to democratic norms. This article argues that different dimensions of religiosity generate contrasting effects on democratic attitudes through different mechanisms.
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Starting from the growing importance of religion for politics, this article tests whether religion in Europe is connected with democratic attitudes. Analyzing and understanding such a relationship is essential for a better understanding of the prospects of present and future democratic consolidation.
