This thesis explores Habermas's ideas on the inherent tension between the rule of law and popular sovereignty. Habermas proposes a solution to this tension by introducing his theory of co...Show moreThis thesis explores Habermas's ideas on the inherent tension between the rule of law and popular sovereignty. Habermas proposes a solution to this tension by introducing his theory of co-originality. This thesis studies Habermas's account of the tension between facticity and validity and his proposal of how law can serve as a bridge between the two principles. This thesis also provides a critical assessment of Habermas's theory by studying two specific criticisms of Habermas's theory of co-originality. This thesis ends with the conclusion that Habermas's theory is coherent, but it is not entirely convincing.Show less
