Political parties and deliberation: from challenges to opportunities

This special issue contributes to the bourgeoning literature that connects political parties and deliberative practices. It answers two related research questions: why do engage in deliberation? what are ways which practices can address challenges faced by responding a changing internal external environment? Its articles cover both theoretical concepts practical aspects emerged different settings. The results illustrate how forms of deliberation contribute reshaping as instruments represent people allowing them express their demands non-mediated form. As such, party politics—within outside organization—can positively citizens’ attitudes towards politics democratic life.