Ryusaku Yamada

Political theory (modern democratic theory), history of political thought

Radical Democracy (Participation, Deliberation, Citizenship), Karl Mannheim's Political and Social Thought

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Basic Seminar I, Basic Seminar II, Seminar I, Seminar II, Seminar III, Capstone, Contemporary Political Theory, Citizenship and Democracy in a Global Age

1989 Graduated from Nihon University, College of International Relations
1992 Graduated from Nihon University Graduate School of International Relations, Master's Degree
2003 Graduate School of Social Sciences, University of Sheffield, UK
Ph.D. course completion
In 1996, he became a full-time Lecturer at the Faculty of Commerce at Hachinohe University, in 2000 a full-time Lecturer at the Faculty of International Relations at Nihon University, in 2004 Assistant Lecturer, and in 2007 an associate professor. Since 2012, he has been an associate professor at the Soka University School for Excellence in Educational Development.

Even now, when we talk about "democracy," we generally think of domestic political systems. However, when we consider the most fundamental meaning of democracy, which is "self-determination," active citizen activity is essential. The key words are voluntary organizations such as NGOs, civil society, and social movements that transcend borders. Since this is a transnational movement, citizens are people with different cultures and identities, and inclusive dialogue and deliberation must be possible between these people. When considering issues such as these, the term "radical democracy" appears in political theory. In addition, when considering the role of democratic citizens (citizenship) in this global era, sociological research is also important. Let's think together about how we can make democracy even more democratic!