Jürgen Habermas
Contemporary Germany Critical Theory
Biography
German philosopher and sociologist in the tradition of critical theory and pragmatism. Associated with the Frankfurt School.
Life Dates
Born: June 18, 1929
Notable Quotes
"The speaker must choose a comprehensible expression."
"The public sphere is central to democracy."
"Communicative action is oriented toward understanding."
"Modernity is an incomplete project."
"Knowledge and human interests are inseparable."