Feasibility beyond Non-ideal Theory: a Realist Proposal

Abstract Some realists in political theory deny that the notion of feasibility has any place realist theory, while others claim constraints are essential elements normative theorising. But none have so far clarified what exactly they referring to when thinking and realism together. In this article, we develop a conception frontier based on an appraisal how should be distinguished from non-ideal theories. framework, standards feasible if meet three requirements: (i) politically intelligible, (ii) contextually recognisable as authoritative, (iii) contestable. We conclude by suggesting our might compatible with utopian demands, thereby possibly finding favour who otherwise refuse resort feasibility.