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The Politics of Moral Capital
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The Politics of Moral Capital
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The Politics of Moral Capital
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John Kane argues that, despite appearances, politicians and governments care deeply about people's moral judgments, for these provide the moral capital they depend on for survival and effective functioning. Some famous leadersLincoln, de Gaulle, Mandelaillustrate the workings of moral capital in politics, and a study of the American presidency from Kennedy to Clinton shows how the moral capital of the United States has been eroded, with severe consequences for the nation's morale.