New approaches challenge traditional political theory in contemporary Western democracies.
The article discusses how new ways of thinking about politics have emerged due to changes in society. Traditional political theories are being challenged by ideas like feminism, globalization, and green thought. The authors argue that politics is not just about institutions, but is inherent to human society. They suggest that understanding politics in aesthetic terms can help us see it in a new light. This shift in perspective allows for a more nuanced understanding of political reality.