New Directions in Campaigns and Elections
Understanding the Evolving Landscape of American Politics
Format:Hardback
Publisher:Taylor & Francis Ltd
Published:6th Jan '11
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This insightful volume examines the evolving dynamics of U.S. elections and campaigns, making New Directions in Campaigns and Elections a vital resource for understanding modern political processes.
The book New Directions in Campaigns and Elections offers a thorough examination of the evolving landscape of U.S. electoral politics, making it an essential read for students and scholars alike. It delves into the significant changes in how campaigns are run and elections are conducted, reflecting on the impact of new communication technologies and innovative strategies that have emerged in recent years. With a focus on the latest developments, the text provides insights into the complexities of modern political processes.
As the political environment continues to shift, New Directions in Campaigns and Elections highlights the transformation in election administration, campaign financing, and voter engagement tactics. It explores how these elements are intertwined with the behavior of political parties and interest groups, as well as the role of the media in shaping public perception. The collection of essays within this volume draws on contemporary empirical research, encouraging students to critically analyze the implications of these changes.
The book also raises important normative questions about the future of American democracy, grounding discussions in both practical applications and scholarly insights. By presenting a balanced view of applied politics and theoretical frameworks, New Directions in Campaigns and Elections serves as a valuable resource for anyone looking to navigate the complexities of the current electoral landscape in the United States.
"The breadth and uniformly high quality of the original contributions to this collection is impressive. The chapters are timely and well grounded in the literature while remaining highly accessible and interesting. Every student of American elections and campaigns will find plenty to think about in Medvic’s New Directions in Campaigns and Elections."
—James E. Campbell, University of Buffalo, SUNY
"Medvic has assembled an impressive collection of chapters in New Directions in Campaigns and Elections. The chapters, authored by established scholars, cover a broad range of topics, ranging from new media and voter mobilization to campaign finance and state politics. Most important, the authors provide their perspectives on the study of campaign and elections, in terms of future research questions, opportunities, and directions. Medvic’s up-to-date text is essential for courses on presidential elections, congressional elections, campaigns and voting behavior, and public opinion."
—Terri L. Towner, Oakland University
"The strength of New Directions in Campaigns and Elections is both the breadth of topics covered and the top-notch scholars that write the chapters. This edited volume is rich with details about the most current issues facing campaigns and the relevant aspects of our 21st century election process. By covering the numerous facets of campaigns and elections, Medvic and his colleagues ground the reader in both the critical theory and empirical knowledge necessary to make sense of such complex phenomena."
—Mark Stephan, Washington State University Vancouver
ISBN: 9780415878821
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Weight: 780g
336 pages