Isbn: 9781333458751 - the initiative and referendum: state legislation (classic reprint) (3 Ergebnisse)

PAP. Zustand: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

PAP. Zustand: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

Paperback. Zustand: New. Print on Demand. This book presents a comprehensive analysis of the initiative and referendum, two electoral devices that allow citizens to propose and pass laws independently of elected lawmakers. The author traces the long history of these practices, from their origins in ancient democratic systems to their widespread adoption in the United States and beyond. The book examines the potential benefits and drawbacks of the initiative and referendum, arguing that while they can increase citizen participation and responsiveness to public opinion, they can also lead to ill-conceived laws and undermine representative government. Ultimately, the author argues that the initiative and referendum are powerful tools that must be carefully considered and implemented in order to maximize their benefits while minimizing their risks. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item.…