The Politics Of Referendum Use In European Democracies
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The Politics Of Referendum Use In European Democracies
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Author : Saskia Hollander
language : en
Publisher: Springer
Release Date : 2019-04-02
The Politics Of Referendum Use In European Democracies written by Saskia Hollander and has been published by Springer this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2019-04-02 with Political Science categories.
This book demonstrates that the generally assumed dichotomy between referendums and representative democracy does not do justice to the great diversity of referendum types and of how referendums are used in European democracies. Although in all referendums citizens vote directly on issues rather than letting their political representatives do this for them, some referendums are more direct than others. Rather than reflecting the direct power of the People, most referendums in EU countries are held by, and serve the interests of, the political elites, most notably the executive. The book shows that these interests rarely match the justifications given in the public debate. Instead of being driven by the need to compensate for the deficiency of political parties, decision-makers use referendums primarily to protect the position of their party. In unravelling the strategic role played by national referendums in decision-making, this book makes an unconventional contribution to the debate on the impact of referendums on democracy.
The People Or The Prince
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Author : Saskia Hollander
language : en
Publisher:
Release Date : 2016
The People Or The Prince written by Saskia Hollander and has been published by this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2016 with categories.
The Referendum Experience In Europe
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Author : Pier Vincenzo Uleri
language : en
Publisher: Springer
Release Date : 2016-07-27
The Referendum Experience In Europe written by Pier Vincenzo Uleri and has been published by Springer this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2016-07-27 with Political Science categories.
The referendum has become established as part of the decision-making process in many European countries. Experts from each country survey the historical experience and current debates in Austria, Denmark, Finland, France, Ireland, Italy, the Netherlands, Norway, Russia and eastern Europe, Sweden, Switzerland and the United Kingdom. The impact of the referendum experience upon European politics is assessed, and the merits of the use of the referendum are evaluated, with a discussion on the implications for political parties, party systems, and representative government.
The Routledge Handbook To Referendums And Direct Democracy
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Author : Laurence Morel
language : en
Publisher: Routledge
Release Date : 2017-12-12
The Routledge Handbook To Referendums And Direct Democracy written by Laurence Morel and has been published by Routledge this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2017-12-12 with Political Science categories.
Over the last 30 years referendums have played an increasingly important role in determining government policy. Recent high profile referendums in Scotland, Catalonia and Ukraine have continued the movement towards independence referendums following decolonization and the end of the Cold War. The Greek bailout referendum and Britain’s vote on membership of the EU reflect a tradition of European states giving their people a direct say in the transfer of sovereign powers to the European Union seen through the ratification of key treaties such as Maastricht, Amsterdam, Nice and Lisbon. This Routledge Handbook covers key aspects and issues of direct democracy and referendums throughout the world including: •their history; •when, why, where, how and on which issues referendums are held; •why some referendums are more democratic than others; •how referendums are won; •whether they produce good policies; •if referendums increase participation and improve the quality of representative democracies; •do referendums increase trust in democracy and the political actors; •the impact of new technology on the possibilities, methods and frequency of direct public political participation; •how they should be regulated. Covering other related areas such as recall, citizen juries and random selection, this compendium is an indispensable guide to referendums and the workings of modern democracy.
How Referendums Challenge European Democracy
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Author : Richard Rose
language : en
Publisher: Springer Nature
Release Date : 2020-04-22
How Referendums Challenge European Democracy written by Richard Rose and has been published by Springer Nature this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2020-04-22 with Political Science categories.
This book explains how citizens are using referendums to challenge decisions taken by the European Union. The opening chapters compare the two chief institutions of electoral democracy: parliamentary elections to decide who governs, and referendums to decide policies. The EU relies on international treaties for its authority to make policies. Chapters analysing referendum voting on Europe in Britain, Greece and the Netherlands show that cultural values can have a stronger influence than class. The book uses Brexit – the British referendum in which a majority voted for the UK leaving the European Union – as the leading example of a conflict between national voters and the EU. However, taking back control of policymaking does not ensure effective policymaking when success depends not only on what the British Parliament does but also on decisions taken in Brussels, Washington and elsewhere. Boris Johnson’s electoral success is insufficient to deliver all his promises in the world beyond Brexit. The EU is challenged too, as its policies increasingly depend on what happens on other continents.
Referendums And Representative Democracy
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Author : Maija Setälä
language : en
Publisher: Routledge
Release Date : 2009-09-10
Referendums And Representative Democracy written by Maija Setälä and has been published by Routledge this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2009-09-10 with Political Science categories.
This volume analyses how the use of referendums affects the central functions and characteristics of representative democracy. It provides a balanced account of the interaction between referendums and representative institutions and actors, seeking to evaluate whether referendums supplement or undermine representative democracy. Considering both normative and empirical questions, the volume also examines the particular circumstances under which referendums strengthen or weaken representative democracy. Providing a variety of theoretical and methodological approaches used in the study of referendums, this book is divided into three sections: Referendums and the Models of Democracy, The Demand of Referendums: Party Ideologies and Strategies, and Referendum Campaigns and Voter Behaviour. It features case studies on Ireland, Israel, Canada, California, Italy, Liechtenstein, Switzerland, the Nordic Countries, the Netherlands, Spain and the EU Constitutional Treaty. In addition to system-level evaluations of referendums, studies on the ideological attitudes of political actors and strategic use of referendums, the volume also provides analyses of referendum campaigns and voters’ choices in referendums. Covering referendums on European integration, the volume also demonstrates how supra-national governance gives rise to the demand of referendums. This volume will be of interest to students and scholars of political science, political theory, comparative politics, and European studies.
Referendums Around The World
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Author : David Butler
language : en
Publisher: American Enterprise Institute
Release Date : 1994
Referendums Around The World written by David Butler and has been published by American Enterprise Institute this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 1994 with Education categories.
Updated edition of : Referendums. c1978.
Direct Democracy In Europe
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Author : Zoltán Tibor Pállinger
language : en
Publisher: Springer Science & Business Media
Release Date : 2007-12-07
Direct Democracy In Europe written by Zoltán Tibor Pállinger and has been published by Springer Science & Business Media this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2007-12-07 with Political Science categories.
Dieser Band gibt einen Überblick zu den Entwicklungen der Demokratie in den europäischen Ländern und zum europäischen Stand der Forschung.
Reflections On The Future Of Democracy In Europe
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Author : Council of Europe. Directorate General of Political Affairs
language : en
Publisher: Council of Europe
Release Date : 2005-01-01
Reflections On The Future Of Democracy In Europe written by Council of Europe. Directorate General of Political Affairs and has been published by Council of Europe this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2005-01-01 with Political Science categories.
This publication contains papers presented at a conference, held in November 2004 in Barcelona and organised by the Council of Europe. The purpose of the conference (held to mark the end of the three-year integrated project "Making democratic institutions work") was to discuss issues relating to the challenges and opportunities facing governments in Europe to strengthen democratic reform and encourage greater public participation. Topics covered include: promoting inclusive elections; financing of political parties; popular initiatives and referendums; and how modern communication technologies can affect the democratic process.
Referendum Democracy
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Author : M. Mendelsohn
language : en
Publisher: Springer
Release Date : 2001-09-25
Referendum Democracy written by M. Mendelsohn and has been published by Springer this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2001-09-25 with Political Science categories.
As the referendum becomes a more regular component of decision making, it leaves few, if any, institutions, processes and values of democracy untouched. Political actors of all kinds - including political parties and interest groups - seek to use the referendum device to further their own objectives. The end result is a different kind of democracy than existed before. This book lays out the comparative research agenda on the impact of referendums on the practice of liberal democracy.