Philosophy
Cosmopolitan Democracy and Global Governance
Quick fact
Cosmopolitan democrats argue that no global institution is legitimate unless it is accountable to all people whose lives it affects—not just the governments that represent them. This idea redefines democracy as a global, not national, project.
Why this is interesting
You vote in your country's elections, but decisions made by international bodies you never chose can affect your job, your environment, and even your rights. What if democracy didn't stop at the border?