This book argues for the case that governments develop with inherent constraints. These constraints support the case for the normative political theoretical defense of moderate governing.
Introduction
Chapter 1: Antigone and Measure for Measure: The (Re)Birth of Government
Chapter 2: The Idea of Constraining Government and Political Theory
Chapter 3: Shame and Moderation: the Internal Constraint
Chapter 4: Character and Office, Normalcy and Exceptions
Chapter 5: Political Principles of Constrained Government
Conclusion