In Direct Democracy or Representative Government? John Haskell
develops a devastating critique of direct democracy by exposing the
central flaw in populist thinking. Contrary to the beliefs of
populist advocates of direct democracy, the popular will cannot be
interpreted from the results of the plebiscite. John Haskell
presents a defense of representative institutions that brings to
bear, in an understandable way, the findings of public choice
scholars. Haskell covers the clash of ideas between populists and
constitutionalists throughout American history. He follows the
development of direct democracy during the twentieth century,
especially the dramatically increased use of initiatives and
referenda in the last decade. As Americans become increasingly
frustrated with the workings of the institutions of government at
the state and national levels, and as populist ideas gain greater
currency, new forms of direct and participatory democracy making
use of the latest computer technology appeal to more people.
Haskell speculates as to the likely future direction of direct
democracy in the U.S. He describes in clear language the
fundamental problem with the premise of populist thinking and
explains why direct democracy presents a threat to minority rights
and only promises irresponsible and unaccountable governance.
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