Why Politics Matters: Making Democracy Work

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Professor Gerry Stoker (Southampton University, UK and IGPA, University of Canberra, Australia)

Why Politics Matters

Making Democracy Work

Professor Gerry Stoker (Southampton University, UK and IGPA, University of Canberra, Australia)

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Red Globe Press
09 December 2016

Political science & theory; Political structures: democracy; Public administration; Central government policies

Profound social changes have made governance and political leadership more challenging than ever. The result is that politics in the democratic world faces a crisis in the 21st century. The revised edition of this highly successful text reassesses the gap between citizen expectation and the realities of government in light of new developments.

By: Professor Gerry Stoker (Southampton University UK and IGPA University of Canberra Australia)
Imprint: Red Globe Press
Country of Publication: United Kingdom
Edition: 2nd edition
Dimensions: Height: 216mm, Width: 138mm, Spine: 16mm
Weight: 478g
ISBN: 9780230360655
ISBN 10: 0230360653
Pages: 256
Publication Date: 09 December 2016
Audience: College/higher education , Primary
Format: Hardback
Publisher's Status: Active

Introduction PART ONE MASS DEMOCRACY: TRIUMPH AND DISAPPOINTMENT 1. The Triumph of Democracy? 2. Global Dissatisfaction with Politics 3. Explanations for Political Disenchantment 4. The Politics of Mass Democracies: Designed-In Disappointment? PART TWO THE PATHOLOGIES OF POLITICAL PRACTICE 5. The Decline of Citizen Engagement? 6. The Professionalization of Activism and Multi-Speed Activism 7. The Dangers of Cynicism 8. The Perils of Populism PART THREE SEARCHING FOR SOLUTIONS 9. Politics for Amateurs 10. Reviving Political Institutions 11. Creating a New Civic Arena Conclusions.

GERRY STOKER is Professor of Politics and Governance at the University of Southampton and Centenary Professor at the University of Canberra, Australia.