Democracy on Demand: Holding Power to Account by Matt Qvortrup (English) Paperba

Description: Democracy on Demand by Matt Qvortrup Democracy on demand is a most comprehensive analysis of the good, the bad, and the ugly aspects of referendums and the challenges to modern democracy. It shows how democracy is vulnerable, and how it can be saved from demagogues. FORMAT Paperback LANGUAGE English CONDITION Brand New Publisher Description Democracy on demand is a most comprehensive analysis of the good, the bad, and the ugly aspects of referendums and the challenges to modern democracy. It shows how democracy is vulnerable, and how it can be saved from demagogues.Direct democracy makes you richer. Research shows that the average citizen earns nearly a $1000 for every referendum held, and that a strong correlation exists between the frequency of referendums and a GDP per capita. Referendums can also improve the quality of democracy. So why dont we see more? Drawing on a three decades of research, Qvortrup presents a definitive statement on the benefits and history referendums, including examples of how this instrument of democracy has been both utilised and abused. The book outlines the history of referendums, explains when politicians have submitted issues to the voters, why these votes have been won or lost - and ultimately why it matters. Uniquely, the book also examines the role of social media in referendum campaigns and make suggestions for improving the process of direct democracy Written in a lucid style by one of the worlds leading experts on referendums, this volume is a timely reminder of the importance of democracy in our politics, offering new insights into how direct democracy can both improve our lives and at the same time strengthen our societies. Flap Democracy on-demand? Is a powerful book that provides both an analysis of the state of current democracy, and as well as a remedy for improving these. At a time of growing discontent with elites and seemingly out of touch politicians, Professor Qvortrups book shows that more democracy - through citizen-initiated referendums - can make countries richer and governments more accountable. But the book also shows how some politicians have abused big-data and targeted voters in ways that undermine democracy. The book uniquely outlines how countries have addressed this and how referendums can be improved through citizens juries and regulation of on-line campaigning. Author Biography Matt Qvortrup is Professor of Political Science at Coventry University Table of Contents Introduction: the spectre of direct democracyPart I: Philosophy1 The ideal of on demand direct democracyPart II: Practice2 A brief history of the practice and consequences of referendums3 Referendums, nationalism and separatismPart III: Regulation4 The regulation of referendums: campaign spendingPart IV: Improving direct democracy5 Referendums and deliberative democracy6 The recall as a mechanism for increasing accountability: an American case study7 Citizen-initiated referendums: an empirical assessmentConclusion: bringing it all back homeIndex Long Description Referendums for better or for worse are here to stay. Professor Qvortrup - widely regarded as the worlds leading expert on referendums (and the only academic that predicted Brexit) explains how referendums can improve the quality of democracy, as well as he outlines how politicians have occasionally abused this instrument of democracy. The book is a fair-minded, concise and yet comprehensive to guide to the good, the bad and the ugly aspects of direct democracy. Details ISBN1526158957 Author Matt Qvortrup Short Title Democracy on Demand? Publisher Manchester University Press Language English Year 2021 ISBN-10 1526158957 ISBN-13 9781526158956 Format Paperback Subtitle Holding Power to Account Imprint Manchester University Press Place of Publication Manchester Country of Publication United Kingdom UK Release Date 2021-08-03 NZ Release Date 2021-08-03 Illustrations 16 black & white figures; 11 tables Pages 256 Publication Date 2021-08-03 DEWEY 321.8 Audience Tertiary & Higher Education AU Release Date 2021-09-20 Alternative 9781526164216 We've got this At The Nile, if you're looking for it, we've got it. With fast shipping, low prices, friendly service and well over a million items - you're bound to find what you want, at a price you'll love! TheNile_Item_ID:159561207;

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