Is there a form of leadership which is compatible with the demands of strong democracy? While there is a natural and inevitable tension which exists between leadership and democracy, there are ways to develop a style of leadership which conforms to the requirements of robust democracy. Thomas Jefferson pointed the way with his view of democratic leadership, and this article attempts to highlight that view in hopes of reviving the debate on the dilemma of democratic leadership.
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