Robert Dahl’s concept of a “deformed polyarchy” emerges as a critical reflection on the discrepancy between the normative ideals of democratic pluralism and the empirical realities of modern political systems. While Dahl is widely recognized for his foundational work on polyarchy as a model of procedural democracy grounded in contestation and participation, his later writings … Continue reading How does Robert Dahl’s concept of a “deformed polyarchy” critique the practical limitations of democratic pluralism in contemporary political systems?