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The Semi-Sovereign People
A Realist's View of Democracy in America
Book • 1960
In 'The Semi-Sovereign People', E.E.
Schattschneider critiques pluralist theories of democracy, arguing that a competitive party system is essential for citizen participation in decision-making.
He highlights the upper-class bias in pressure group politics and advocates for a more inclusive political process through party competition.
Schattschneider critiques pluralist theories of democracy, arguing that a competitive party system is essential for citizen participation in decision-making.
He highlights the upper-class bias in pressure group politics and advocates for a more inclusive political process through party competition.
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The Dig: The European Situation with Chris Bickerton and Jerome Roos
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as a book that helped them think about politics in a multidimensional way.


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