The Cult of Incompetence (Classic Reprint) - Softcover

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Why competence matters in democracy and the state — and how to balance it with popular power.

In this analysis, the author examines how democracies can channel expertise, moral responsibility, and disciplined leadership into a healthier political system. It argues that both democratic voices and an aristocratic element are essential to govern well, with each informing and restraining the other. The work explores how laws shape morals, how public vitality relies on skilled governance, and how a society can avoid the dangers of incompetent rule.

• See how democracy and expertise can blend to strengthen government.
• Understand why public voice and professional merit should work together.
• Learn how laws and morals influence national character and policy.
• Explore historical perspectives on governance from Athens to Rome and beyond.

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