
Democracy Rules
In this concise volume, Müller explains how democracy is founded on liberty, equality, and uncertainty, which differentiates it from the predictable politics of authoritarian regimes. Now, he argues, we must reinvigorate institutions like political parties and the free media to re-empower citizens and involve everyone in a democratic social contract.

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The Latest Issue
October 2025
Philanthropist MacKenzie Scott ’92; President Eisgruber ’83 defends higher ed; Julia Ioffe ’05 explains Russia.