Freedom with Religions?offers a new interpretation of Rawlss political liberalism?through the lens of political inclusivism, and?explores the notion of a culture of civility.?This book will be of interest to postgraduate students and scholars in political theory, philosophy,?and sociology.
Freedom With Religions investigates the appropriate place of religions in liberal democracies. It is a timely and insightful intervention that identifies important concerns with leading views and that offers an interpretation of political liberalism that is more inclusive of religions than other views on offer. It is a must read.
Christie Hartley, Professor, Georgia State University
In this book, Gentile deftly weaves together elements from the liberal debate about the role of religion in public life to propose a distinctive theory of political inclusivism. Erudite, elegantly written and with a keen sense of cultural context, this study deserves a wide readership.
Albert Weale, Emeritus Professor of Political Theory and Public Policy, University College London
In this richly informed book, Valentina Gentile takes up a wide range of questions raised by the presence of citizens of faith in liberal democracy. Gentile ably defends political liberalism against its critics, while extending it by drawing out its implications for political deliberation in civil society. An important contribution.
Paul Weithman, Glynn Family Honors Professor of Philosophy, University of Notre Dame
Preface. Introduction: Freedom With Religions. Political Inclusivism in Liberal Democracies