Synopsis • Focusing on the tension between elite and popular models of democracy, individuals and movements that made a difference, and recent events, THE DEMOCRATIC DEBATE makes American democracy become more relevant, compelling, and lively. • With the compelling historic tension between elite and popular models of democracy as a framework, 'The Democratic Debate' offers an innovative and incisive examination of American democracy. From the anti-federalists to contemporary political and social movements, special attention is given to people whose inspirational actions have made - and are making - a difference. Reviews • 'I believe the text would appeal to many students now...

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Introduction: The Democratic Debate.2. The Revolution and the Constitution: Origins of the Democratic Debate.3.

The Dilemma of American Federalism.4. The American Political Economy.5. Public Opinion and Political Culture: Can The People Be Fooled?6. Democracy and Voting.7. Campaigns: Organized Money versus Organized People.8.

Parties: Who Has a Voice?9. The Media: Who Sets the Political Agenda? Perfecttableplan 5 1 1 Keygen Torrent more. 10. Interest Group Politics: Popular Pressure or Elite Bias?11. Mass Movement Politics: The Great Equalizer.12. Congress: A Vehicle for Popular Democracy?13.

Presidential Leadership and Elite Democracy.14. Bureaucracy: Myth and Reality.15. The Judiciary and the Democratic Debate.16. Civil Liberties and Civil Rights.17.