While frustration with various aspects of Americandemocracy abound in the Uni...While frustration with various aspects of American democracy abound in the United States there is little agreement over--or even understanding of--what kinds of changes would make the system more effective and increase political participation....more
It s a preowned item in good condition and includes all the pages. It may have...It s a preowned item in good condition and includes all the pages. It may have some general signs of wear and tear such as markings highlighting slight damage to the cover minimal wear to the binding etc. but they will not affect the overall reading...more
Matthew Streb provides an analysis of the major debates that rage among schola...Matthew Streb provides an analysis of the major debates that rage among scholars and reformers on subjects as diverse as the number of elections we hold the use of nonpartisan elections and the presidential primary process. CONDITION – USED: Books...more
While frustration with various aspects of Americandemocracy abound in the Uni...While frustration with various aspects of American democracy abound in the United States there is little agreement over--or even understanding of--what kinds of changes would make the system more effective and increase political participation....more
This book conclusively demonstrates that direct democracy-institutions like th...This book conclusively demonstrates that direct democracy-institutions like the ballot initiative and the referendum-endangers the rights of minorities and perpetuates a tyranny of the majority. While advocates of direct democracy advocate that...more
Our books are pre-loved which means they have been read before. We carefully c...Our books are pre-loved which means they have been read before. We carefully check all our books and believe them to be in good condition. If you re not completely satisfied please get in touch & we ll be happy to help. ISBN-10: 0415881595 ISBN-13:...more
This book conclusively demonstrates that direct democracy-institutions like th...This book conclusively demonstrates that direct democracy-institutions like the ballot initiative and the referendum-endangers the rights of minorities and perpetuates a tyranny of the majority. While advocates of direct democracy advocate that...more
Politicians are reviled. From jokes on late-night TV talk shows to radio show ...Politicians are reviled. From jokes on late-night TV talk shows to radio show rants and from public opinion polls to ubiquitous conventional wisdom-politicians are among the most despised professional class in modern society. Drawing on seminal work...more
The newest volume in the acclaimed Journal of Democracy series addresses elect...The newest volume in the acclaimed Journal of Democracy series addresses electoral systems and democracy. As the number of democracies has increased around the world a heated debate has emerged among experts about which system best promotes the...more
Politicians are reviled. From jokes on late-night TV talk shows to radio show ...Politicians are reviled. From jokes on late-night TV talk shows to radio show rants and from public opinion polls to ubiquitous conventional wisdom-politicians are among the most despised professional class in modern society. Drawing on seminal work...more
This important new text brings together an outstanding group of international ...This important new text brings together an outstanding group of international scholars to look at the current state of electoral politics around the world. Elements of the modern (or American) model of election campaigning have been adopted in many...more
The development of a substantial and enduring democracyin Chile involves stre...The development of a substantial and enduring democracy in Chile involves strengthening civil society democratizing the permanent institutions of the state and building an economy that can meet basic needs. This book offers a critique of the Chilean...more
9780226019727. Pre-Owned: Good condition. Trade paperback. Language: English. ...9780226019727. Pre-Owned: Good condition. Trade paperback. Language: English. Pages: 336. Trade paperback (US). Glued binding. 336 p. Contains: Unspecified. Historically Nicaragua has been mired in poverty and political conflict yet the country has...more
A systematic and comprehensive study of the electoral systems used by 27 democ...A systematic and comprehensive study of the electoral systems used by 27 democracies including those of Western Europe Australia Canada the USA India and Japan. It is the definitive treatment of the subject to date. Its unique information and...more
9789089644503. Pre-Owned: Good condition. Paperback. Pages: 280. 280 p. Changi...9789089644503. Pre-Owned: Good condition. Paperback. Pages: 280. 280 p. Changing Welfare States . Intended for college/higher education audience. In all advanced Western nations policy-makers have implemented encompassing welfare state reforms in...more