The Political and Institutional Effects of Term Limits (Paperback, New edition)

"Scholars, practioners, journalists and voters who read this important contribution to the study of state legislative term limits will have a better understanding the consequences in Michigan, California and around the country. The book examines pre and post term limits data to identify effects in the political environment, personal characteristics of legislators, and governing institutions. While focusing on Michigan, comparisons with California provide additional support for the findings regarding composition, competition, and action."
--Rick Farmer, University of Akron
"Term limits is one of the most hotly-debated topics in state politics today, and this book provides unexpected findings and new insights that will make compelling reading for scholars, practitioners, and anyone who cares about democracy and policymaking. This carefully-constructed, rigorous study provides an in-depth, detailed picture of the state legislature in electoral politics and governance over time, before and after term limits. The portrait is a troubling one that largely contradicts the aims of term limit reforms - weakening electoral competition, lessening democratic responsiveness, and strengthening the role of lobbyists in policymaking. Beyond the considerable contribution that this study makes to academic research on the topic, its lucid style and concrete policy recommendations should enhance its appeal to the broad audience it deserves."
--Karen Mossberger, Kent State University

General

Imprint:	Palgrave Macmillan
Country of origin:	United States
Release date:	2009
First published:	2004
Authors:	M. Sarbaugh-Thompson • L. Thompson • C Elder • J. Strate • R Elling
Dimensions:	229 x 152 x 14mm (L x W x T)
Format:	Paperback
Pages:	241
Edition:	New edition
ISBN-13:	978-1-4039-7585-0
Categories:	Books > Social sciences > Politics & government > Political structure & processes > Elections & referenda
LSN:	1-4039-7585-X
Barcode:	9781403975850

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