Robert Dahl

Political scientist and democratic theorist

Robert Dahl - Political scientist and democratic theorist
Born

1915
110 years ago

Died

February 5th, 2014
11 years ago — 99 years old

Category

Thinkers & Philosophers

Country

United States

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Contributed significantly to political science, particularly in the study of democracy and pluralism. Served as a professor at Yale University, influencing generations of students and scholars. Authored several influential works, including 'Who Governs?' and 'On Democracy'. Developed key concepts such as polyarchy to describe democratic systems. Focused on the analysis of power dynamics in political systems and the role of citizen participation in governance.

Authored 'Who Governs?'

Developed the concept of polyarchy

Published 'On Democracy'

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