Feldman, Jan L. 1955-

Lubavitchers as citizens : a paradox of liberal democracy / Jan Feldman. - Ithaca : Cornell University Press, 2003. - xv, 212 p. ; 23 cm.

Includes bibliographical references (p. [197]-207) and index.

Does democracy need liberals? -- Chassidim: history, customs, beliefs, and organization -- Lubavitch and American politics -- Lubavitch and Canadian politics -- Liberalism: reason, autonomy, and sources of self -- Lubavitch reason: intellect, faith, and obligation -- Lubavitcher women and liberalism -- Subgroups and citizenship -- Normative citizenship.

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Hasidim--Political activity.--North America
Jews--Politics and government--North America--20th century.
Habad--Political aspects.--North America
Liberalism--Religious aspects--Judaism.
Democracy--Religious aspects--Judaism.
Citizenship--Religious aspects--Judaism.


United States--Ethnic relations.

BM198.54 / .F45 2003

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