9781647256357

NY Research Press

English

2025

Political Science - Political Science

$ 160

Direct democracy allows people to make decisions about laws and policies themselves, without elected officials. Key structures include referendums, where citizens vote directly on specific issues or laws proposed by the government, and initiatives, where people can propose new laws or changes to existing ones by gathering enough signatures to put the issue to a vote. Recall elections enable voters to remove elected officials from office before their term ends if they gather enough support. Additionally, town meetings allow community members to gather, discuss and vote on local issues. These structures make certain that citizens have a direct say in how their government operates, making the political process more responsive to the people's will. This book is a compilation of chapters that discuss the most vital concepts in the field of direct democracy. The topics covered in this extensive book deal with the core subjects of political science. This book will serve as a reference to a broad spectrum of readers.