The New State by Mary Parker Follett

This work explores the concept of a new state that emerges from the interactions and relationships between individuals, rather than being imposed by external authority. It argues that power should be distributed among various groups and communities, allowing for more participatory and democratic decision-making processes. The book discusses the importance of understanding human nature and behavior in order to create a more just and equitable society. It emphasizes the need for cooperation and mutual aid, as well as the recognition of individual rights and responsibilities. Follett's ideas on power and governance are central to her work, with a focus on decentralization and the empowerment of local communities. She argues that traditional notions of authority and hierarchy are often counterproductive and can lead to stagnation and inequality. Throughout the book, Follett draws on examples from history, politics, and social movements to illustrate her ideas about how a new state could be created through the collective efforts of individuals and groups working together towards common goals.

By Mary Parker Follett · First published 1918 · Genre: Political Science, Sociology, Philosophy · 37 chapters

Contents

• Introduction
• The Group and the New Psychology
• The Group Process: the Collective Idea
• (Continued)
• The Group Process: the Collective Feeling
• The Group Process: the Collective Will
• The Unity of the Social Process
• The Individual
• Who is the Free Man?
• The New Individualism
• Society
• The Self-And-Others Illusion
• The Crowd Fallacy
• The Secret of Progress
• The Group Principle at Work
• From Contract to Community
• Democracy not "Liberty" and "Equality": our Political Dualism
• Democracy not the Majority: our Political Fallacy
• Democracy not the Crowd: our Popular Delusion
• The True Democracy
• The Growth of Democracy in America
• After Direct Government-What?
• Neighborhood Needs the Basis of Politics
• An Integrated Neighborhood
• Neighborhood Organization Vs. Party Organization
• Neighborhood Organization Vs. Party Organization
• Neighborhood Organization Vs. Party Organization
• From Neighborhood to Nation: the Unifying State
• Political Pluralism
• Political Pluralism and Sovereignty
• Political Pluralism and Functionalism
• Political Pluralism and the True Federal State
• Political Pluralism (Concluded)
• Increasing Recognition of the Occupational Group
• The Moral State and Creative Citizenship
• The World State
• Appendix

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