Interdisciplinary Perspectives on an Effective Democratic Citizenry—Democracy in Danger: Editorial Introduction

Key Points

• Effective democratic citizenry is increasingly viewed as essential for the health of democracy.
• The findings stem from personal learning experiences and varied understandings of the subject.
• Assessment of diverse perspectives highlights the urgency of addressing threats to democratic values.
• Calls for interdisciplinary approaches to strengthen civic engagement and democratic practices.

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