Political Theory of Global Justice

Luis Cabrera, a former staff reporter for The Associated Press, teaches political theory and global politics at Arizona State University West, USA.

• 1. Priorities  2. Consequences  3. Moral Reciprocity and Self-Development Rights  4. The Cosmopolitan Imperative  5. Democratic Distance  6. Citizenship, Armed Tyranny and the Democratic Peace  7. Possibilities

'A useful contribution to the growing field of literature on cosmopolitanism because of its focus on institutions.'Amy E. Eckert, Political Studies Review 'This book is a valuable contribution to the field. In addition, Cabrera's background as a journalist is evident and his writing style makes the book a pleasant, as well as informative, read.'Amy E. Eckert, Political Studies Review 'Luis Cabrera has the courage to state a truth long shrouded in denial. If we are serious about treating persons with equal respect, we must work toward the creation of a democratic world government. Using a variety of moral and empirical arguments, Cabrera shows that such a transformation is not only desirable but also possible. He responds skilfully to numerous objections, and develops a humane, reasonable, and realistic program of institutional reform. This is a comprehensively researched, boldly original, and powerfully persuasive book that no student of global justice can afford to miss.'Jamie Mayerfeld, University of Washington, USA