Special Issue on Democracy and Political Theory

Democracy and Political Theory examines the principles, practices, and challenges of democratic governance. It explores the theoretical foundations and practical implications of democracy, as well as its relationship with political power, justice, representation, and citizenship. The goal of this special issue is to provide a platform for scientists and academicians all over the world to promote, share, and discuss various new issues and developments in the area of Democracy and Political Theory.

In this special issue, we intend to invite front-line researchers and authors to submit original research and review articles on exploring Democracy and Political Theory. Potential topics include, but are not limited to:

• Autonomy
• Challenges and critiques of democracy
• Civil society
• Comparative democracy and democratization
• Constitutional reforms
• Deliberative democracy and public discourse
• Democracy and human rights
• Democratic decision-Making
• Democratic institutions and processes
• Global perspectives on democracy
• Justice and equality
• Liberal democracy
• Minority rights
• Pluralism
• Political economy and reform
• Political equality and social justice
• Political legitimacy
• Political participation
• Political reform movements
• Power and governance
• Race, religion, and reform
• Representation and democratic legitimacy
• Representation and electoral systems
• Representative democracy
• Separation of powers
• Theories of democracy
• Trade policy reform

Authors should read over the journal’s For Authors carefully before submission. Prospective authors should submit an electronic copy of their complete manuscript through the journal’s Paper Submission System.

Please kindly specify the “Special Issue” under your manuscript title. The research field “Special Issue - Democracy and Political Theory” should be selected during your submission.

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For further questions or inquiries, please contact Editorial Assistant at

ojps@scirp.org.