The Legislative Branch by Paul J Quirk
The checks and balances provided by the three branches of federal government are essential to nurturing and maintaining American democracy. With the guidance of coeditors Paul J. Quirk and Sarah A. Binder, this collection of essays examines the role of the Legislature in American democracy and the dynamic between the other branches of government, and discusses possible measures for reform. The volume addresses questions such as: How does Congress serve the values of democracy and American constitutional principles? Which conceptions of those values does it implement, and which does it overlook or fail to realize? What are Congress's strengths and weaknesses in performing the tasks of democratic governance? What reforms, if any, are necessary to ensure the health and success of Congress as an institution of democracy in the future?
Quirk, Paul J.: - Paul J. Quirk is the Phil Lind Chair in United States Politics and Representation at the University of British Columbia.
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| ISBN 13 | 9780195172850 |
| ISBN 10 | 019517285X |
| Title | The Legislative Branch |
| Author | Paul J Quirk |
| Series | Institutions Of American Democracy Series |
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| Binding Type | Hardback |
| Publisher | Oxford University Press Inc |
| Year published | 2006-04-06 |
| Number of pages | 624 |
| Cover note | Book picture is for illustrative purposes only, actual binding, cover or edition may vary. |
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