Strengthening American democracy : reflection, action, and reform / John R. Baker.
| Author/creator | Baker, John R., 1959- author. |
| Format | Book |
| Publication | Peterborough, Ontario : Broadview Press, [2024] |
| Copyright Date | ©2024 |
| Description | ix, 182 pages ; 23 cm |
| Subjects |
| Abstract | "Many experts have observed a world-wide trend toward "democratic deconsolidation," reflected in America through declining trust in government at all levels and the rise of authoritarian thinking. The trend is rooted in extreme partisan polarization, which serves as fertile soil for the rise of anti-democratic movements and tendencies. This book aims to combat that disturbing trajectory, offering readers the tools to engage in and aspire toward a more responsive and accountable democracy. Its 46 brief and accessible articles outline a number of institutional, structural, process-oriented, and policy-related challenges to American democracy. In most cases, specific proposals for reform are discussed, encouraging the reader to think about how to make tangible progress towards a "more perfect Union.""-- Provided by publisher. |
| Bibliography note | Includes bibliographical references (pages 163-167) and index. |
| Other forms | Issued also in electronic format. |
| Issued in other form | Online version: Baker, John R., 1959- Strengthening American democracy. Peterborough, Ontario : Broadview Press, 2024 1770489622 9781770489622 |
| ISBN | 9781554816279 |
| ISBN | 1554816270 (softcover) |
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