John Dewey's Philosophy of Law: A Democratic Vision.

Sorenson, Gail Paulus

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Publication Date: 1980

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John Dewey's Philosophy of Law: A Democratic Vision.

Sorenson, Gail Paulus

Educational Theory, v30 n1 p53-65 Win 1980

Law is not the command of a sovereign or the manifestation of supreme will; law is our creation. It is a means to the fullest development of individual capabilities. Dewey defines law as a process that is compatible with the philosophical outlook of a democratic society. (JN)

Descriptors: Constitutional Law, Democratic Values, Educational History, Educational Philosophy, Ethics, Futures (of Society), Individual Development, Logic, Self Actualization, Social Systems

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Language: English

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